When temperatures drop or you’re just looking for a nourishing dish, nothing beats one hearty vegetable soup. Rich, comforting and incredibly healthy, this homemade soup transforms simple vegetables into a complete and tasty meal. Get ready to discover a recipe that is as easy as it is addictive!
Ingredients for a hearty vegetable soup
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 yellow onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
3 carrots, cut into slices
2 stalks of celery, cut into small cubes
2 medium potatoes, in cubes
1 zucchini, in half slices
1 leek, washed and thinly sliced
150 g green beans, cut
150 g peas (fresh or frozen)
1 can (400 g) crushed tomatoes
1 liter of vegetable broth (homemade or cube)
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon of dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: a handful of pasta (such as small shells or orzo) or rice
Necessary utensils
A large pot or casserole dish
A cutting board
A good kitchen knife
A wooden spoon
A ladle for service
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Step-by-step preparation instructions
Step 1: Brown the herbs
In a large casserole dish, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, then fry them for 2-3 minutes until they become translucent and give off a good scent.
Step 2: Add the hard vegetables
Add the carrots, celery and potatoes. Brown everything for 5 minutes to develop the aromas. Salt and lightly pepper.
Step 3: Build the base of the soup
Add the zucchini, leek, green beans and peas. Then pour in the crushed tomatoes, vegetable stock, bay leaf and thyme. Mix well.
Step 4: Slow cooking for a tasty soup
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for about 30 to 40 minutes. Stir occasionally.
Step 5 (optional): Add the starchy foods
If you want an even heartier soup, add the pasta or rice 10 minutes before the end of cooking. Adjust the broth if necessary to maintain a nice consistency.
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Step 6: Adjust Seasoning
