Shirley's Vegetable Soup

Savor the comforting flavors of Shirley’s Vegetable Soup, a hearty, nutrient-packed recipe that’s perfect for any season. This vibrant, homemade vegetable soup combines a medley of fresh ingredients like zucchini, potatoes, carrots, and green beans, simmered to perfection in a rich tomato broth infused with garlic, Italian seasoning, and a hint of bay leaf. The addition of tender greens like spinach or kale lends a burst of color and a nutritious boost, while the 45-minute cook time ensures the vegetables are perfectly tender and flavorful. Quick and easy to prepare, this one-pot wonder is ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prepping. Serve it piping hot with crusty bread or crackers for a wholesome, satisfying meal. Perfect for vegetarians and packed with essential vitamins, Shirley's Vegetable Soup is a delicious way to embrace healthy eating without sacrificing taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 large carrots, sliced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, chopped
• 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 15-ounce can crushed tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1 piece bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups fresh spinach or kale, chopped

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, sliced carrots, and chopped celery, and cook for another 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Add the diced potatoes, zucchini, and green beans, stirring to combine.

Step 5

Mix in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to enhance the flavor.

Step 6

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth, and stir well.

Step 7

Add the dried Italian seasoning, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 9

Stir in the chopped spinach or kale and cook for an additional 5 minutes until wilted.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 11

Serve the soup hot with crusty bread or crackers on the side for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3496.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1670.2

Total Fat 43.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6151.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 289.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 54.6g	0%
Total Sugars 70.3g
Protein 53.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 757.3mg	0%
Iron 22.3mg	0%
Potassium 9203.9mg	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: 22.4%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 65.6%