Creamy Vegetable Soup
A delightful and nourishing bowl of creamy vegetable soup, perfect for chilly days. Quick and customizable, it's a family favorite that can be made in just one pot.
Ingredients
For the Soup Base
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing the vegetables.
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (like zucchini, bell peppers, and green beans) You can use whatever vegetables you have on hand.
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk Coconut milk for a dairy-free option.
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- to taste Salt and pepper Adjust according to preference.
For Garnish
- to taste Fresh herbs (like parsley or basil) For garnish before serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients and tools. Chop your vegetables and mince the garlic.
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat until it shimmers.
- Add the chopped onion, diced carrots, diced celery, and minced garlic. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the onion is translucent.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and raise the heat to bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, add in the mixed vegetables. Stir gently, then lower the heat and let it simmer for about 10-15 minutes.
- Stir in your choice of heavy cream or coconut milk. Taste and season with salt, pepper, and dried thyme.
- Allow to simmer for another 5 minutes on low heat.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs.
Notes
This soup can be customized with various vegetables and spices. Perfect for meal prep and leftovers keep well.