Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of creamy vegetable soup that warms the heart and delights the senses. Packed with fresh vegetables, rich flavors, and a velvety texture, this soup is perfect for any season. It’s easy to make and can be customized to include your favorite veggies, making it a versatile addition to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 2 cups potatoes, peeled and diced (Russet preferred)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk (for dairy-free option)
- 2 cups spinach or kale
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Stir in diced carrots, celery, and potatoes; cook for about 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Pour in vegetable broth until all vegetables are submerged. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Stir in cream or coconut milk and simmer for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
- Fold in spinach or kale until wilted; season with salt and pepper.
- For a smoother texture, blend with an immersion blender or leave it chunky based on preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Comfort
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg