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Cozy Homemade Vegetable Soup

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Cozy Homemade Vegetable Soup is a comforting, one-pot meal made with simple, wholesome ingredients like colorful vegetables, herbs, and a flavorful broth. It’s perfect for chilly days, light lunches, or a nourishing dinner.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 2 potatoes, diced
  • 1 cup green beans, chopped
  • 1 zucchini, diced
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 2 cups spinach or kale, 1 tbsp lemon juice, chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté until soft and fragrant, about 3–4 minutes.
  2. Add carrots and celery, cooking for another 3–4 minutes.
  3. Stir in potatoes, green beans, zucchini, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, bay leaf, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
  5. Remove bay leaf. Stir in spinach or kale if using, and cook until wilted, about 2–3 minutes.
  6. Finish with lemon juice and garnish with parsley before serving. Serve hot with bread or crackers.

Notes

  • Add cooked pasta, rice, or beans for a heartier soup.
  • For thickness, mash some cooked vegetables or blend part of the soup.
  • Swap or add veggies based on what you have—corn, peas, or mushrooms work well.
  • Stir in cooked chicken or sausage for added protein.
  • Soup freezes well—cool fully before storing in airtight containers.

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