Hearty Mixed Vegetable Soup

Hearty Mixed Vegetable Soup is a wholesome, colorful medley of garden-fresh vegetables simmered to perfection in a lightly seasoned broth. This soup’s rich flavors and chunky texture make it a satisfying meal or a nutritious starter. Ideal for any season, it is easy to prepare and brimming with natural goodness.

For a Serving Size of Two:

Ingredients:

• 150 grams diced carrots
• 150 grams diced zucchini
• 100 grams chopped green beans
• 100 grams diced potatoes
• 100 grams diced tomatoes
• 50 grams chopped onions
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 500 ml vegetable stock or water
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Procedure:

• Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped onions, sautéing until fragrant and translucent.
• Stir in diced carrots, zucchini, green beans, potatoes, and tomatoes. Sauté for 5 minutes to release their flavors.
• Pour in the vegetable stock and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and let it simmer for 15–20 minutes or until all the vegetables are tender.
• Add dried thyme, crushed black pepper, and salt. Stir well and cook for another 2 minutes.
• Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve warm with crusty bread or crackers.

Nutritional Benefits:

• Calories: 488 kcal
• Protein: 30.7 g
• Carbohydrates: 3.3 g
• Fat: 39.3 g