A hearty and healthy soup made by simmering mixed vegetables, broth, and your choice of pasta or rice in a single pot. Perfect for a cozy evening meal.
One-Pot Vegetable Soup
A hearty and healthy soup made by simmering mixed vegetables, broth, and your choice of pasta or rice in a single pot. Perfect for a cozy evening meal.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 potato, peeled and diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup chopped fresh spinach or kale (optional)
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Sauté the Aromatics:
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften.
Add Garlic and Potatoes:
- Stir in the minced garlic and diced potato. Sauté for another 2 minutes.
Add Zucchini and Tomatoes:
- Add the diced zucchini and canned diced tomatoes (with their juices) to the pot. Stir to combine.
Pour in Broth and Season:
- Pour in the vegetable broth to cover the vegetables.
- Add the dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Add Peas and Greens:
- Stir in the frozen peas and chopped spinach or kale (if using).
- Cook for an additional 5 minutes or until the peas are heated through, and the greens have wilted.
Adjust Seasoning:
- Taste the soup and adjust the salt and pepper as needed.
Serve:
- Ladle the hot vegetable soup into bowls.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or basil if desired.
