Mother Rabbit's Get Well Soup

Cozy up with a bowl of "Mother Rabbit's Get Well Soup," a nourishing and wholesome vegetable soup designed to comfort and heal. Bursting with nutrient-rich ingredients like tender carrots, zucchini, baby spinach, and velvety potatoes, this recipe combines fresh thyme and a hint of lemon juice for a subtle, refreshing brightness. Perfect for chilly evenings or when you're feeling under the weather, this one-pot wonder is quick to prepare, clocking in at just 15 minutes of prep time and 30 minutes of cooking. Seasoned to perfection with garlic, parsley, and a touch of black pepper, it's a satisfying vegetarian meal that's both light and flavorful. Pair it with crusty bread for an extra heartwarming touch, and let this soup work its magic as the ultimate feel-good remedy.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 large carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 1 medium potato, peeled and diced
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 2 fresh thyme sprigs
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the sliced carrots, celery, zucchini, and diced potato to the pot. Stir to combine and let cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and stir in the thyme sprigs and bay leaf. Bring the soup to a simmer over medium-high heat.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the soup gently simmer for 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 7

Stir in the baby spinach and lemon juice. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted.

Step 8

Remove the thyme sprigs and bay leaf from the soup.

Step 9

Season with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 10

Garnish each bowl with a sprinkle of fresh parsley before serving.

Step 11

Serve warm with a slice of crusty bread or crackers on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2401.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1149.6

Total Fat 42.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6058.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 168.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.2g	0%
Total Sugars 41.9g
Protein 36.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 514.7mg	0%
Iron 13.2mg	0%
Potassium 5215.3mg	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: 31.6%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 56.2%