Description
Warm up with a bowl of creamy vegetable soup that brings together the goodness of fresh vegetables in a rich, velvety broth. This comforting dish is perfect for any occasion, from cozy family dinners to elegant gatherings. Each spoonful bursts with flavor and warmth, making it an ideal choice for a satisfying lunch or dinner. With just 30 minutes of preparation time, this quick and easy recipe is packed with healthy ingredients and can be customized to suit your taste preferences.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 small zucchini, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until softened (about 3 minutes).
- Add diced carrots and celery; cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Stir in zucchini and red bell pepper; cook until tender (3–4 minutes).
- Pour in vegetable broth and add heavy cream, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10–15 minutes.
- Mix in fresh spinach and cook until wilted (2–3 minutes).
- For a creamier texture, blend part of the soup using an immersion blender if desired.
- Serve warm, garnished with parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg