Homemade Vegetable Soup

Cozy up with a bowl of this hearty and healthy Homemade Vegetable Soup, a comforting medley of fresh, vibrant vegetables simmered to perfection in a flavorful broth. Brimming with garden-fresh goodness, this easy-to-make recipe combines tender potatoes, zucchini, green beans, carrots, and celery with aromatic herbs like thyme and oregano for a rich, savory taste. Ready in under an hour, this nutritious soup is perfect for meal prep, feeding a crowd, or enjoying as a light yet satisfying dinner. Whether you’re warming up on a chilly day or looking for a wholesome vegan or vegetarian option, this homemade vegetable soup is a must-try. Top it with fresh parsley for an added burst of flavor, and serve with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of this soul-soothing dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

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

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, heat the olive oil 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 carrots and celery to the pot and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Toss in the diced potatoes, zucchini, and green beans, mixing them with the sautéed vegetables.

Step 6

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and vegetable broth.

Step 7

Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 8

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf and discard.

Step 10

Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 11

Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2927 grams (2927.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1475

Total Fat 54.20g	69%
Saturated Fat 10.00g	50%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.30g
Cholesterol 8mg	3%
Sodium 6433mg	280%
Total Carbohydrate 218.90g	80%
Dietary Fiber 43.50g	155%
Total Sugars 55.40g
Protein 43.40g	87%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 631mg	49%
Iron 17mg	96%
Potassium 6819mg	145%

*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: 31.7%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 57.0%