Best 15 Garden Vegetable Soup Recipes

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Garden vegetable soup is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy the bounty of the season's harvest. Made with fresh, flavorful vegetables, this soup is packed with nutrients and antioxidants. Whether you're looking for a light lunch or a hearty dinner, garden vegetable soup is a perfect choice. With countless variations and endless possibilities, there is a garden vegetable soup recipe out there for everyone.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GARDEN VEGETABLE SOUP



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For a vibrant, hearty dinner, ladle up a bowl of Alton Brown's Garden Vegetable Soup, perfect for rainy days or cold winter nights.

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups chopped leeks, white part only (from approximately 3 medium leeks)
2 tablespoons finely minced garlic
Kosher salt
2 cups carrots, peeled and chopped into rounds (approximately 2 medium)
2 cups peeled and diced potatoes
2 cups fresh green beans, broken or cut into 3/4-inch pieces
2 quarts chicken or vegetable broth
4 cups peeled, seeded, and chopped tomatoes
2 ears corn, kernels removed
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup packed, chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 to 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in large, heavy-bottomed stockpot over medium-low heat. Once hot, add the leeks, garlic, and a pinch of salt and sweat until they begin to soften, approximately 7 to 8 minutes. Add the carrots, potatoes, and green beans and continue to cook for 4 to 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the stock, increase the heat to high, and bring to a simmer. Once simmering, add the tomatoes, corn kernels, and pepper. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook until the vegetables are fork tender, approximately 25 to 30 minutes. Remove from heat and add the parsley and lemon juice. Season, to taste, with kosher salt. Serve immediately.

GARDEN VEGETABLE SOUP



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During the Depression, the backyard garden was the source for most of our food. I can remember picking fresh vegetables and then enjoying the mouthwatering aroma as this soup simmered for hours. We children could hardly wait for our dinner of soup, hot rolls and apple pie!-Dorothy Miller, Royersford, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h55m

Yield 10 servings (about 3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 small head cabbage (about 1 pound), chopped
3 medium green peppers, chopped
2 medium sweet red peppers, chopped
5 medium onions, chopped
3 celery ribs, chopped
6 medium tomato or 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes
4 cups chicken broth
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large kettle or Dutch oven, combine all ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 2-1/2 hours or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Discard bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 39mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GARDEN VEGETABLE & HERB SOUP



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I submitted this recipe to a local newspaper and won first prize. I make this hearty soup whenever my family needs a good dose of veggies. -Jody Saulnier, Woodstock, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium onions, chopped
2 large carrots, sliced
1 pound red potatoes (about 3 medium), cubed
2 cups water
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes in sauce
1-1/2 cups vegetable broth
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 medium yellow summer squash, halved and sliced
1 medium zucchini, halved and sliced

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions and carrots; cook and stir until onions are tender, 4-6 minutes. Add potatoes and cook 2 minutes. Stir in water, tomatoes, broth and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until potatoes and carrots are tender, 8-10 minutes. , Add yellow squash and zucchini; cook until vegetables are tender, 8-10 minutes longer. Serve or, if desired, puree mixture in batches, adding additional broth until desired consistency is achieved.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 525mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GARDEN VEGETABLE RICE SOUP



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"Cooking with vegetables seems quick and healthy. This meatless soup makes a great dinner with a salad or slice of bread." Jennifer Black - San Jose, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup uncooked long grain rice
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
1 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup thinly sliced fresh carrots
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
Dash pepper
2 medium zucchini, sliced
6 plum tomatoes, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook garlic in oil for 1 minute. Stir in rice; cook and stir for 1 minute. Add the broth, peppers, carrots and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender. , Stir in zucchini and tomatoes; cook for 3 minutes. Cool. Transfer to freezer containers. May be frozen for up to 3 months., To serve immediately, cook soup 3-5 minutes longer or until zucchini is tender., To use frozen soup: Thaw soup in the refrigerator overnight. Transfer to a saucepan. Cover and cook over medium heat until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 753mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

GARDEN VEGETABLE BEEF SOUP



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This soup is my go-to healthy lunch option. It's a great way to eat my vegetables, and it's so comforting during the cold winter months. -Dawn Donald, Herron, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings (3-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 package (10 ounces) julienned carrots
2 celery ribs, chopped
1/4 cup tomato paste
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1-1/2 cups shredded cabbage
1 medium zucchini, coarsely chopped
1 medium red potato (about 5 ounces), finely chopped
1/2 cup fresh or frozen cut green beans
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium beef broth
Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a 6-qt. stockpot, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until beef is no longer pink, breaking up beef into crumbles; drain. Add carrots and celery; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until tender. Stir in tomato paste; cook 1 minute longer., Add tomatoes, cabbage, zucchini, potato, green beans, seasonings and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 35-45 minutes or until vegetables are tender. If desired, top each serving with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 621mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GARDEN FRESH VEGETABLE BEEF SOUP



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Soup is the ultimate comfort food for a cold night. This is a great way to get your daily vegetables and even my picky kids loved it! This version of vegetable beef soup uses a tomato-based broth with chunky fresh vegetables and herbs.

Provided by Brooke Taylor

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 6h30m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 ½ pounds beef stew meat, trimmed
1 (32 ounce) carton beef stock
4 cups hot water
2 cups fresh green beans, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
4 carrots, sliced into circles
4 potatoes, cut into large dice
1 ½ cups fresh corn kernels
1 cup chopped celery
1 yellow onion, diced
½ cup sweet peas
4 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
3 tablespoons dried parsley
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon thyme
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat vegetable oil in a large stockpot over medium heat.
  • Put flour into a wide, shallow dish. Dredge beef chunks in flour to coat.
  • Cook beef in hot oil until completely browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Add beef stock, hot water, green beans, tomato sauce, stewed tomatoes, carrots, potatoes, corn, celery, onion, peas, beef bouillon granules, parsley, bay leaves, thyme, chili powder, and black pepper to stockpot; stir, place a cover on the stockpot, and reduce heat to medium-low.
  • Cook soup at a simmer, stirring periodically, for about 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 25.8 mg, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 13.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 428.8 mg, Sugar 6 g

BEEF AND GARDEN VEGETABLE SOUP



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A pot of yummy deliciousness, that's what this soup is. Good for a chilly day when a bowl of warm soup is just what you need, or when you want to use up your fresh summer veggies. Goes well with a loaf of crusty Italian bread. You can put pretty much any vegetable combination in this soup. I have used chopped fresh okra; it's good for a nice pop in your mouth. You can also use pearled barley in place of the oro pasta. Just add it to the soup when you put in the veggies, and an extra cup of water. I like that it makes a big pot, because it's even better as leftovers.

Provided by Joanna Childs Mondragon

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beef Soup Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into bite-size pieces
1 large onion, chopped
2 bay leaves
3 carrots, diced
4 small red potatoes, diced
2 quarts beef stock
½ pound fresh green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 ears fresh corn, kernels cut from cob
½ cup frozen petite peas
1 zucchini, diced
½ head cabbage, chopped
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning blend
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste
⅓ cup uncooked orzo pasta

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a stock pot over medium-high heat; cook the beef in the hot oil until completely browned, 7 to 10 minutes. Add the onion and bay leaves, reduce heat to medium, cook until the onion is softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Use a wooden spoon to scrape any bits stuck to the bottom of the pot. Stir the carrots, potatoes, and beef stock into the mixture; bring to a simmer and cook until the vegetables are just barely tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir the green beans, corn, peas, zucchini, cabbage, tomatoes, Italian seasoning blend, garlic powder, salt, and pepper into the beef mixture. Cover the stock pot, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer the soup until the beef is cooked through and the vegetables are tender, 45 to 50 minutes.
  • Stir the orzo pasta into the soup; replace the cover to the stock pot and continue cooking until the pasta is tender, about 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388.7 calories, Carbohydrate 36.4 g, Cholesterol 50.1 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 23.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 278.1 mg, Sugar 10.7 g

GARDEN FRESH VEGETABLE SOUP



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This is a great soup to eat for those of you who are dieting. It is free (0 points) on the weight watcher program. Full of good nutrition.

Provided by Jellyqueen

Categories     Onions

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2/3 cup sliced carrot
1/2 cup diced onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups fat-free broth (beef, chicken or vegetable)
1 1/2 cups diced green cabbage
1/2 cup green beans
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 large tomatoes, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/3 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup diced zucchini

Steps:

  • In large saucepan that has be sprayed with pam, saute the carrot, onion, garlic and celery about 5 minutes.
  • Add broth.
  • Add cabbage, beans tomato paste, tomato, basil, oregano and salt.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Lower heat and simmer 20 minutes, or until beans are tender.
  • Stir in zucchini and heat for 5 minutes more.
  • Serve hot.

GARDEN FRESH VEGETABLE SOUP



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I like this recipe because it's so flexible. It's terrific for people who grow their own vegetables or for people (like me) who love shopping at farmer's markets. This can be vegetarian by leaving out the ground beef and bacon and substituting vegetable broth for the beef broth. This is a nutritious, economical recipe that is easy to multiply for a crowd. Adapted from a Sunset recipe.

Provided by Hey Jude

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 lb lean ground beef (optional)
4 slices bacon, diced (optional)
3 tablespoons butter (optional)
1 large onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced (or more)
6 cups assorted fresh vegetables (it gets fun here, suggestions are diced carrots and celery, sliced 3/4-inch green beans, diced baby)
8 cups beef broth (use vegetable broth if keeping this vegetarian)
1 (16 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 teaspoon dry basil
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon rosemary
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
2/3 cup elbow macaroni or 2/3 cup spaghetti, broken into pieces (I use odds and ends of pasta at this point)
2 cups spinach (what I use) or 2 cups swiss chard
salt and pepper
grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Crumble beef, if desired, into a 5-6 quart pot over medium heat; add bacon, if desired.
  • If not using meat, melt butter in the pot.
  • Add onion, garlic and prepared vegetables and cook, stirring, until meat is browned and onion is soft; drain any excess fat.
  • Add broth, kidney beans, basil, oregano and rosemary; bring to a boil, cover and reduce heat, simmer for about 30 minutes.
  • Add tomato sauce, tomatoes, and macaroni; continue cooking, covered, until macaroni is tender.
  • At this point you can cool the soup, cover it and refrigerate it to reheat and continue the recipe.
  • Add cabbage and cook, covered, just until cabbage wilts, about 5 minutes.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper; serve and pass cheese to sprinkle over individual servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.1, Fat 1.4, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 0.8, Sodium 897, Carbohydrate 21.8, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 5, Protein 7.3

GARDEN VEGETABLE SOUP WEIGHT WATCHERS 0 POINTS PER 1 CUP SERVI



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This was a life saver for me when I started Weight Watchers. It's really good and with 2 slices WW wheat bread(only adds 1 point) It was quite filling. I got the recipe from the first week book of Weight Watchers.

Provided by cherij22

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 35m

Yield 1 cup, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2/3 cup carrot, sliced
1/2 cup diced onion
2 garlic cloves
3 cups reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
1/2 cup green beans
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup fresh zucchini, diced

Steps:

  • Spray a large saucepan with nonstick cooking spray, heat.
  • Saute' the carrot, onion, garlic over low heat until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add broth, beans, tomato paste, basil, oregano, and salt; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, simmer, covered, about 15 minutes or until beans are tender.
  • Stir in the zucchini and heat for 3-4 minutes. Serve hot.
  • You can add in 1 1/2 cups diced green cabbage also, I personally do not like cabbage to I omit that ingredient.

GARDEN TOMATO VEGETABLE SOUP



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I wanted to create a great vegetable soup that I could make at home. I love Panera Bread's 'Garden Vegetable', so I decided to use that as inspiration for my own recipe and it turned out even better!

Provided by s. anne

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 35m

Yield 8-11 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 cups vegetable stock
1 cup tomato puree
2/3 cup water
1/3 cup small semolina pasta
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 1/2 cups frozen sweet whole kernel corn
1 1/2 cups crinkle cut frozen carrots
5 stalks celery hearts, chopped
1 sliced red bell pepper
1 small zucchini, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon garlic salt
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 small yellow onion, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Combine vegetable stock, tomato puree, and water in a large pot and stir together. leave stove hot enough for mixture to bubble a little.
  • Once tomato mixture has had a chance to heat, add pasta and can of diced tomatoes (along with the juice in the can). add olive oil and garlic salt.
  • Cook frozen corn and carrots in a separate pot; add to mixture when cooked.
  • After all vegetables have been chopped/sliced, add to mixture.
  • Let soup cook on stove for about 15-20 minutes, until all vegetables have softened and absorbed the mixture. enjoy!

GARDEN VEGETABLE PASTA SOUP



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This soup is packed with energy, yet has a nice, mild flavor. The recipe makes a whole gallon, but don't worry about leftovers-like most soups, it's great reheated!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 16 servings (1 gallon).

Number Of Ingredients 15

1-1/2 cups chopped onion
1 cup chopped leeks
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon canola oil
8 cups chicken broth
8 cups cubed peeled potatoes
4 carrots, sliced
2 cups diced turnips
2 cups sliced mushrooms
6 ounces spinach, cut into thin strips
1 pound smoked Polish sausage, thinly sliced and browned
1 package (8 ounces) pasta wheels, cooked and drained
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a large soup kettle or Dutch oven, cook onion, leeks and garlic in oil until tender, about 5 minutes Add chicken broth, potatoes, carrots, turnips and mushrooms. Cover and cook over low heat until vegetables are tender, about 30-40 minutes. Add spinach and sausage; cook for 10 minutes. Add pasta, salt and pepper; heat through. Serve with Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 893mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

WW GARDEN VEGETABLE SOUP



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This is my variation of the Zero Point Soup from Weight Watchers. The original recipe had cabbage in it and since I'm not a fan of cabbage, I changed it up a little bit. Sometimes I add chopped chicken to individual servings for added protein.

Provided by LARavenscroft

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup onion, chopped
1 cup carrot, chopped
1/2 cup celery, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups fat free chicken broth
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with jalapenos, undrained
1 (11 ounce) can vegetable juice, V-8
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 cup canned green beans, drained
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Spray a medium saucepan with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic and saute for 5 minutes.
  • Add chicken broth, bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer covered for 10 minutes.
  • Add remaining ingredients and simmer for 10 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72.6, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 1341.3, Carbohydrate 15.8, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 6.2, Protein 3.2

WEIGHT WATCHER'S 0 POINTS GARDEN VEGETABLE SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Vegetable     Low Fat     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Healthy     Simmer

Yield 6-8 bowls

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups nonfat beef broth (beef is the best) or 3 cups nonfat vegetable broth (beef is the best) or 3 cups nonfat chicken broth (beef is the best)
2 garlic cloves minced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 cups chopped cabbage
1/2 yellow onion
1/2 cup chopped carrot
1/2 cup green beans
1/2 cup chopped zucchini
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon oregano
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • --Spray pot with non stick cooking spray saute onions carrots and garlic for 5 minutes. --Add broth, Tomato paste, cabbage, green beans, basil, oregano and Salt & Pepper to taste. --Simmer for a about 5-10 minutes until all vegetables are tender then add the zuccini and simmer for another 5 or so minutes.

CREAMY GARDEN VEGETABLE CURRY SOUP



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With the veggies from my garden, plus veggies shared by my family and neighbors, sometimes the amount of homegrown veggies becomes overwhelming; usually I make spaghetti sauce, soup, use them in salads, and freeze the rest. Here is a simple soup to make using pretty much any combination of garden veggies that you have on...

Provided by Monica H

Categories     Soups

Time 2h15m

Number Of Ingredients 17

4-5 tomatoes, roughly chopped
2 carrots, fnely diced
1 onion, finely diced
2 celery stalks, finely diced
2 green bell peppers, finely diced
1 red bell pepper, finely diced
4-5 c vegetable broth
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp curry powder
1/2 Tbsp salt
1 Tbsp pepper
1 Tbsp vegeta seasoning (optional)
1 Tbsp oregano, dried
1 Tbsp basil, dried
1/2 c half and half, or heavy cream
1 Tbsp cream cheese
dash of paprika for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Sautee onions in olive oil for 5 minutes.
  • 2. Add the rest of the veggies, except for tomatoes. Sautee for 5 more minutes.
  • 3. Add tomatoes. Cover and let it sweat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • 4. Add vegetable broth. Stir, cover and let simmer for about 25 minutes.
  • 5. Add spices. Simmer covered for 10 minutes.
  • 6. Turn off heat. Let cool for about 15 minutes.
  • 7. Blend half of the soup; 3 ladles at a time in the blender. Return blended soup to pot with the unblended soup.
  • 8. Turn heat back on to simmer. Add the cream or half and half, as well as the cream cheese. Cover and let simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to melt the cheese.
  • 9. Let sit at room temp for 10 minutes before serving. If the soup is too heavy, add splash of half and half / cream, or a little milk. I love a lasting taste of paprika, so I garnish it with that!

Tips:

  • Use fresh vegetables: Fresh vegetables will give your soup the best flavor. If you can, buy them from a local farmer's market or grow your own.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different vegetables that you can use in vegetable soup, so feel free to experiment and find what you like. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, tomatoes, and peas.
  • Add some herbs and spices: Herbs and spices can help to enhance the flavor of your soup. Some good options include thyme, rosemary, basil, oregano, garlic, and pepper.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables: Overcooked vegetables will lose their flavor and nutrients. Cook them just until they are tender.
  • Serve with a side of bread or crackers: A side of bread or crackers is a great way to enjoy vegetable soup. It will help to soak up the broth and add some extra flavor.

Conclusion:

Vegetable soup is a delicious, healthy, and affordable meal that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give vegetable soup a try. You won't be disappointed!

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