Garden Vegetable Soup

Embrace the comforting flavors of fresh produce with this hearty Garden Vegetable Soup, a vibrant and nutrient-packed dish perfect for any season. This wholesome recipe combines garden-fresh vegetables like carrots, celery, zucchini, and green beans with tender potatoes in a flavorful broth infused with aromatic thyme and basil. Tangy canned tomatoes and a final touch of baby spinach add a burst of color and nutrition, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley provides the perfect finishing garnish. Ready in under an hour, this easy vegetable soup is a warming option for busy weeknights or a satisfying addition to your meal prep routine. Serve it with crusty bread for a light yet filling lunch or dinner that's loaded with vitamins, fiber, and flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 medium potato, peeled and diced
• 14.5 oz canned diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 2 cups baby spinach leaves
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the diced carrots, celery, zucchini, green beans, and potato to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices) and the vegetable broth.

Step 6

Stir in the dried thyme, dried basil, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 8

Stir in the baby spinach leaves and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2839.4 grams (2839.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1235

Total Fat 43.00g	55%
Saturated Fat 7.50g	38%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.90g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6475mg	282%
Total Carbohydrate 188.30g	68%
Dietary Fiber 41.00g	146%
Total Sugars 53.70g
Protein 41.60g	83%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 579mg	45%
Iron 16mg	88%
Potassium 6115mg	130%

*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: 29.6%

Protein: 12.7%

Carbs: 57.6%