Description
Warm up with this nourishing Immune Boosting Vegetable Soup, brimming with vibrant veggies and bold flavors. This comforting dish not only delights your taste buds but also supports your immune system, making it perfect for chilly nights or when you need a health boost. Quick and simple to prepare, it’s a wholesome meal that even picky eaters will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups diced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup chopped yellow onion
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup diced zucchini
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by chopping all vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil and sauté the diced onions and minced garlic until the onions become translucent.
- Add in the chopped carrots, celery, and zucchini; cook until slightly tender.
- Pour in the vegetable broth until all veggies are submerged; bring to a gentle boil.
- Stir in the spinach or kale along with thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook until greens wilt down.
- Reduce heat and let simmer for about 15-20 minutes until vegetables are tender. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap out any vegetables based on what you have on hand. For added flavor, experiment with herbs like rosemary or basil. This soup stores well; refrigerate in airtight containers for up to five days.
