Easy Vegetable Soup

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Easy Vegetable Soup, a vibrant medley of wholesome veggies simmered to perfection in a savory broth. This quick and nutritious recipe is packed with fresh favorites like carrots, zucchini, potatoes, and green beans, enriched with the robust flavors of garlic, thyme, and oregano. With just 20 minutes of prep and 30 minutes of cooking time, this one-pot wonder is ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Garnished with fresh parsley and made with simple pantry staples like vegetable broth and canned tomatoes, this hearty, plant-based soup is as satisfying as it is healthy. Perfect for vegans, vegetarians, or anyone seeking a lighter meal option, Easy Vegetable Soup is a delicious way to enjoy a rainbow of flavors in every spoonful!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 3 medium, diced carrots
• 2 medium, diced celery stalks
• 1 medium, diced zucchini
• 2 medium, peeled and diced potatoes
• 1 14-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 whole bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon, adjust to taste salt
• 0.5 teaspoon, adjust to taste black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 1 cup, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces green beans
• 0.5 cup frozen peas

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes, until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced carrots, celery, zucchini, and potatoes. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Add the bay leaf, thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring the soup to a boil.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 15 minutes.

Step 8

Stir in the green beans and frozen peas, and continue to simmer for another 5-10 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf and discard it.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 11

Garnish the soup with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3452 grams (3452.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1732

Total Fat 55.80g	72%
Saturated Fat 10.60g	53%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.90g
Cholesterol 8mg	3%
Sodium 8845mg	385%
Total Carbohydrate 269.40g	98%
Dietary Fiber 59.00g	211%
Total Sugars 82.80g
Protein 54.70g	109%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 806mg	62%
Iron 20mg	112%
Potassium 8523mg	181%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.9%

Protein: 12.2%

Carbs: 59.9%