Description
Warm up with a comforting bowl of creamy vegetable soup, the ultimate cozy dish perfect for chilly days. This delightful soup is packed with a medley of fresh vegetables, a luscious creamy broth, and fragrant herbs, making it both satisfying and nourishing. Whether you’re seeking a quick lunch or a hearty dinner option, this creamy vegetable soup is an ideal choice. In just 30 minutes, you can enjoy a rich and flavorful bowl that can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences. Perfect for meal prep, this recipe ensures that you’ll have delicious leftovers on hand throughout the week.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 small zucchini, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until softened.
- Add diced carrots and celery; cook for 5 minutes until slightly tender.
- Stir in zucchini and red bell pepper; cook for another 3–4 minutes until all veggies are tender.
- Pour in vegetable broth, heavy cream, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10–15 minutes.
- Add fresh spinach; cook until wilted (2–3 minutes).
- For a creamier texture, blend part of the soup with an immersion blender if desired.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Soup
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg