Description
This hearty and healthy vegetable soup is a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables simmered in a flavorful vegetable broth with herbs and beans, perfect for a comforting vegan meal any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup chopped cabbage or spinach (optional)
- 1/2 cup frozen peas or corn
Liquids and Canned Goods
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes with juices
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans or cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
Oils and Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
- Cook Vegetables: Add the sliced carrots, celery, diced zucchini, and green beans. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften.
- Add Liquids and Herbs: Stir in the can of diced tomatoes with juices, vegetable broth, dried thyme, dried oregano, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Simmer Soup: Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20–25 minutes to allow flavors to meld and vegetables to cook through.
- Finish with Greens and Beans: Add the chopped cabbage or spinach (if using), drained and rinsed beans, and frozen peas or corn. Continue simmering for an additional 5–10 minutes until all vegetables are tender.
- Serve: Remove the bay leaf before serving. Enjoy the soup warm as a wholesome, filling meal.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the soup with your favorite seasonal vegetables or leftover produce for variety.
- This soup tastes even better the next day as flavors develop further.
- You can freeze leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 months for convenient meals later.
