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Vegetable Soup Recipe

Vegetable Soup Recipe

A fresh vegetable soup recipe is the perfect choice when you want something comforting yet light. You get vibrant vegetables, simple seasoning, and a nourishing broth that works beautifully for quick lunches, light dinners, or healthy meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 Bowls
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Aromatics
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
Fresh Vegetables
  • 2 medium carrots diced
  • 2 celery stalks sliced
  • 1 medium zucchini diced
  • 1 cup green beans chopped
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)
Broth and Seasoning
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian herbs (or mixed oregano and basil) dried
  • ½ teaspoon paprika (optional)
Finishing Ingredients
  • 1 cup spinach or kale chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional for brightness)

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a soup pot over medium heat. Cook chopped onion for 3–4 minutes, then add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  2. Add diced carrots and sliced celery. Cook for 5 minutes until slightly softened.
  3. Stir in zucchini, green beans, and diced tomatoes. Cook for 3–4 minutes.
  4. Pour in vegetable broth and season with salt, pepper, Italian herbs, and paprika. Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer for 15 minutes.
  5. Stir in spinach or kale and cook 2–3 minutes until wilted. Add parsley and optional lemon juice.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning. Rest for 2 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Cut vegetables evenly for consistent cooking.
  • Use fresh herbs at the end for brighter flavor.
  • Keep the soup simmering gently to protect texture.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
  • Add grains or beans if you want a heartier soup.