Comforting Vegetable Soup That Warms Your Soul

This Vegetable Soup is a nourishing dish that offers warmth and comfort, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 bowls

Course: Soups

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

2 medium carrots diced
1 stalk celery diced
1 medium onion or leek, diced
2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
2 cloves garlic minced

For Extra Veggie Goodness

1 medium parsnip optional, diced
2 cups kale or spinach, packed
1 cup frozen peas or fresh
1 cup corn canned or frozen

For the Flavorful Broth

6 cups vegetable stock
to taste salt
to taste pepper
to taste Italian herbs
1 tablespoon lemon juice optional

Equipment

large pot

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prep the Vegetables: Wash and chop your vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a pot, add onion or leek and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
Cook Vegetables: Add carrots, celery, and parsnips; cook until slightly softened.
Add Broth and Leafy Greens: Pour in vegetable stock, bring to boil, stir in greens, peas, and corn.
Season and Simmer: Season soup, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
Finish and Serve: Stir in lemon juice, adjust seasoning, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This soup tastes even better the next day! Store leftovers in an airtight container.

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