Sopa de Legumes

Nourish your soul with a comforting bowl of **Sopa de Legumes**, a hearty and flavorful Portuguese vegetable soup that's as healthy as it is delicious. Brimming with tender carrots, zucchini, potatoes, tomatoes, and shredded cabbage, this nutrient-packed soup is simmered in a fragrant blend of garlic, onions, oregano, and bay leaves, all brought together in a savory vegetable broth. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner, this one-pot wonder is both easy to prepare and wonderfully satisfying. Garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of color and brightness, this vegetarian-friendly dish is not only wholesome but also budget-friendly and great for a crowd. Whether you're seeking a light lunch or a warm starter, Sopa de Legumes is a timeless recipe you'll find yourself making again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 carrots, sliced
• 1 medium zucchini, chopped
• 2 medium potato, diced
• 2 medium tomato, chopped
• 2 cups cabbage, shredded
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the sliced carrots, chopped zucchini, and diced potatoes. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Add the chopped tomatoes, shredded cabbage, and vegetable broth to the pot.

Step 5

Add the bay leaf, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine the ingredients.

Step 6

Bring the soup to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 7

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf from the soup.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2631.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1270.3

Total Fat 42.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5924.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 199.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.8g	0%
Total Sugars 53.5g
Protein 40.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 491.7mg	0%
Iron 12.7mg	0%
Potassium 5906.8mg	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: 28.5%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 59.5%