Description
A heartwarming soup that comforts the soul with its rich flavors and aromas, perfect for family meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) beans (cannellini or navy)
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Toss in the diced carrots and celery, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
- Add the zucchini and beans to the pot, stirring to combine.
- Slowly pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Sprinkle in the dried thyme and oregano, season with salt and pepper, and let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Once the veggies are tender, ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
This soup can be customized with seasonal vegetables and is perfect for freezing.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: soup, italian, comfort food, family meal, healthy, vegetarian