Description
A cozy, creamy vegetable soup that combines the comforting flavors of sautéed onions, garlic, and seasonal vegetables, perfect for chilly days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (such as bell peppers, green beans, and zucchini)
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (such as parsley or thyme) for garnish
- Bread for serving
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add onions, carrots, and celery and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring it to a gentle boil.
- Add the mixed vegetables and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the heavy cream or coconut milk and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs, alongside a crusty piece of bread.
Notes
Tip: Avoid overmixing when adding the cream to maintain the rich texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg