Easy Vegetable Soup - Simple Comforting Meal
A hearty and nutritious vegetable soup perfect for a comforting meal. Easy to prepare with fresh ingredients and simple steps.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
- 3 stalks celery, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 3 potatoes Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1.5 cups chopped fresh green beans
- 2 cans (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 6-8 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 cup frozen peas
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot. Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add carrots and celery; cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; cook for 1 minute.
- Add diced tomatoes, potatoes, green beans, and bay leaves. Pour in 6 cups of broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until vegetables are tender. Remove bay leaves.
- Stir in frozen corn and peas; cook for 5 minutes until heated through. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Notes
This soup is versatile and can be customized with your favorite vegetables or added protein.