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Creamy Vegetable Soup

Creamy Vegetable Soup: Your Cozy Kitchen Comfort Food

Enjoy a bowl of creamy vegetable soup, a delightful mix of vibrant vegetables and creamy goodness, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Comfort food
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can substitute with any cooking oil.
  • 1 medium Onion Diced.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 2 medium Carrots Sliced.
  • 2 stalks Celery Chopped.
  • 1 medium Potato Diced.
  • 1 cup Green beans Chopped.
  • 1 medium Zucchini Diced.
  • 1 cup Corn Fresh or frozen.
  • 4 cups Vegetable broth Use water with added herbs as a substitute.
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Substitute with coconut milk for a dairy-free option.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme Can use fresh thyme for stronger flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried basil Fresh basil is a great alternative.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust to personal preference.
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley Chopped, optional but recommended.

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Sauté the diced onion for 3-4 minutes until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Add the sliced carrots, chopped celery, and diced potato, stirring and cooking for 5 minutes.
  4. Pour in the vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
  5. Stir in the chopped green beans, diced zucchini, and corn, letting it simmer for an additional 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
  6. Add dried thyme and dried basil, season with salt and pepper, and stir to incorporate.
  7. Pour in the heavy cream (or coconut milk) and let it simmer for another 5 minutes.
  8. Optionally blend a portion of the soup for a creamier texture, then mix it back with the chunky vegetables.
  9. Serve the soup hot and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Using fresh ingredients enhances flavor and maximizes nutrition. Adjust salt and pepper as needed to ensure a well-seasoned soup.

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