Name: Simple Vegetable Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 onion, chopped; 2 carrots, sliced; 2 celery stalks, sliced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 zucchini, diced; 1 bell pepper, chopped; 4 cups vegetable broth; 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; Salt and pepper to taste; 2 cups fresh spinach; 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut

Description

A comforting and nourishing vegetable soup featuring a clear, tomato-scented broth loaded with tender vegetables.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 zucchini, diced
1 bell pepper, chopped
4 cups vegetable broth
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups fresh spinach
1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut

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Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add onion, carrots, and celery, cooking until tender, about 6–8 minutes.
Stir in garlic, zucchini, and bell pepper, cooking for 2–3 minutes.
Pour in vegetable broth and add diced tomatoes. Stir in basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Bring to a gentle simmer and reduce heat, simmering for 20 minutes.
Add spinach and green beans, simmering an additional 5–7 minutes.
Taste and adjust seasoning, then serve hot.

Notes

For creaminess, finish with a splash of milk or blended soup. Use whatever vegetables you have on hand.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Soups
Method: Simmering
Cuisine: Vegan