Garden Vegetable Soup

Embrace the comforting flavors of fresh produce with this hearty Garden Vegetable Soup, a vibrant and nutrient-packed dish perfect for any season. This wholesome recipe combines garden-fresh vegetables like carrots, celery, zucchini, and green beans with tender potatoes in a flavorful broth infused with aromatic thyme and basil. Tangy canned tomatoes and a final touch of baby spinach add a burst of color and nutrition, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley provides the perfect finishing garnish. Ready in under an hour, this easy vegetable soup is a warming option for busy weeknights or a satisfying addition to your meal prep routine. Serve it with crusty bread for a light yet filling lunch or dinner that's loaded with vitamins, fiber, and flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 medium potato, peeled and diced
• 14.5 oz canned diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 2 cups baby spinach leaves
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced carrots, celery, zucchini, green beans, and potato to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices) and the vegetable broth.

Step 6

Stir in the dried thyme, dried basil, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 8

Stir in the baby spinach leaves and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2839.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1234.5

Total Fat 43.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6474.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 188.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.0g	0%
Total Sugars 53.7g
Protein 41.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 578.6mg	0%
Iron 15.9mg	0%
Potassium 6114.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.6%

Protein: 12.7%

Carbs: 57.6%