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Vegetable Soup: A Healing and Healthy Bowl of Comfort

This vegetable soup is a nourishing and soothing meal that's perfect for any time of the day. Packed with a variety of fresh vegetables, it's like medicine for your stomach, offering a light yet filling option that's easy to digest and rich in nutrients.
Prep Time15 minutes
Active Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Vegetable Soup: A Healing and Healthy Bowl of Comfort
Yield: 6

Materials

For the Soup:

  • - 1 onion chopped
  • - 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • - 2 leeks chopped
  • - 2 stalks of celery chopped
  • - 1 carrot diced
  • - 1 red bell pepper diced
  • - 1 zucchini diced
  • - 2 potatoes diced
  • - 2 garlic cloves minced
  • - 1 chili pepper minced (optional, for spice)
  • - 6 cups vegetable broth
  • - 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes (optional)
  • - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • - 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • - Salt and pepper to taste
  • - Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
  • - Lemon wedges optional, for serving

Instructions

Sauté the Vegetables:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the leeks, celery, carrot, red bell pepper, and zucchini. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.
  • Stir in the diced potatoes, minced garlic, and chili pepper (if using). Cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Add Broth and Seasoning:

  • Pour in the vegetable broth and add the diced tomatoes (if using).
  • Stir in the dried thyme and dried basil.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Finishing Touches:

  • Taste the soup and adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice if desired.