Description
This Easy Vegetable Soup is a hearty, wholesome dish loaded with fresh and frozen vegetables, simmered in a flavorful herb-infused broth. Perfect for a comforting lunch or dinner that’s both nutritious and satisfying.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
- 3 celery stalks, sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp Italian herb blend
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 3 Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 1/2 cups chopped fresh green beans
- 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes
- 2 bay leaves
- 6 to 8 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1 cup frozen green peas
- 2 to 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until softened.
2. Add garlic, Italian herb blend, kosher salt, and black pepper. Sauté for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add potatoes, green beans, diced tomatoes with juices, bay leaves, and broth. Stir well and bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes until potatoes are fork tender.
5. Add frozen corn and peas. Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes until heated through.
6. Turn off heat and stir in lemon juice and parsley.
7. Ladle into bowls and serve hot. Optional: squeeze extra lemon juice on top before serving.
Notes
Use vegetable broth to keep the soup vegetarian and low in fat.
Frozen vegetables are added at the end to maintain their color and texture.
For added protein, stir in cooked beans or lentils.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Feel free to customize with seasonal vegetables or your favorite herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 32 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 675
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 115 g
- Fiber: 16 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg