Homemade Vegetable Soup Recipe
A warm and hearty homemade vegetable soup packed with fresh, nutritious ingredients and rich flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 3 cup vegetable broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup green beans, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 smoked paprika (optional)
- 1 cup spinach or kale, chopped
- 1/2 cup cooked beans (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion and garlic, sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in carrots, celery, zucchini, and bell pepper, cooking for another 5 minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth and diced tomatoes, stirring to combine.
- Add green beans, salt, pepper, oregano, basil, and paprika.
- Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 20-25 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in spinach or kale and cooked beans (if using) and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Use any combination of vegetables you prefer.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days.