Vegetable Soup
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
115 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Vegetable Soup
Description
The Vegetable Soup starts by sautéing diced onion and minced garlic in butter to establish a gentle aromatic base. Beef broth and water are then added alongside fire-roasted tomatoes to create a rich broth. Fresh green beans, celery, sliced carrots, and chopped broccoli are cooked in this broth until tender. Seasonings including salt, cracked black pepper, basil, and thyme are added to round out the flavor. The method yields a light yet satisfying soup with tender vegetables and a harmonious blend of herbs. Optional garnishes such as freshly grated parmesan or extra herbs can enhance the final presentation and taste.
The dish is versatile and can be enhanced with crushed red pepper flakes for mild heat or by stirring in cooked meats like chicken or sausage for added protein. Adding parmesan rinds during cooking enriches the broth with subtle cheesy undertones. This soup can be served as a nourishing starter or a light main, pairing well with bread or crackers.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ onion diced
- 3 teaspoons garlic minced
- 3 cups beef broth
- 3 cups water
- 1 fire roasted tomatoes 15-ounce can
- ½ pound green beans chopped into 1-inch pieces
- 3 celery chopped, stalks
- 3 carrot sliced, whole
- 1 broccoli chopped (about 2 cups broccoli florets, head
- 1 teaspoon salt more to taste
- black pepper to taste, cracked
- parmesan for garnish, optional, fresh; or fresh basil or thyme
- basil
- thyme
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter.
- Add onions and saute about 2 minutes til tender and translucent.
- Stir in garlic for 1 minute til fragrant.
- Add beef broth, water, and fire roasted tomatoes. Bring to a boil.
- Add green beans, celery, carrots, and broccoli. Boil til tender, about 5-6 minutes.
- Add salt and pepper. Taste, add more salt if needed. Garnish with parmesan cheese and fresh basil or thyme if desired and serve.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by adding ½ to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes for mild heat.
- Incorporate proteins such as diced chicken or ground sausage to hearten the soup.
- Add a parmesan rind during cooking to deepen the broth's flavor, removing it before serving.
- Top servings with freshly grated parmesan or fresh herbs like basil or thyme for extra flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 115 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 115kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 1357mg | 57% |
| Potassium | 883mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 8995IU | 180% |
| Vitamin C | 147mg | 163% |
| Calcium | 139mg | 14% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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