Vegetable Soup

Name: Vegetable Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil; 1 medium yellow onion diced; 2 medium carrots chopped; 2 celery ribs chopped; 1 tsp sea salt plus more to taste; Freshly ground black pepper; 3 garlic cloves chopped; 2 cups diced potatoes; 1 cup chopped green beans; 1 can diced tomatoes; 4 cups vegetable broth; 1 tsp dried thyme; 1 tsp dried oregano; 2 cups chopped leafy greens; Fresh lemon juice; Fresh parsley for serving

A clean-out-the-fridge vegetable soup — carrots, celery, potatoes, green beans, tomatoes, and greens that stop feeling like leftovers and start feeling intentional.

DifficultyEasyTotal time40 minServes6

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Overview

Prep10 min

Cook30 min

Total40 min

Servings6

DifficultyEasy

Equipment

Large pot
Chef's knife
Cutting board

Method

Start the base

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

Soften the vegetables

Add the onion, carrots, celery, salt, and black pepper. Cook until the vegetables begin to soften, about 8 minutes.

Add the garlic

Add the garlic and cook for another minute.

Add vegetables and broth

Stir in the potatoes, green beans, tomatoes, vegetable broth, thyme, and oregano.

Simmer

Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until the potatoes and vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.

Wilt the greens

Stir in the leafy greens and cook until wilted.

Brighten with lemon

Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

Adjust

Taste and adjust the salt and pepper.

Serve

Finish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

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Tips

NoteCut the potatoes fairly small so they finish cooking at the same time as everything else.

NoteThe lemon at the end might seem unnecessary, but I wouldn't skip it. After a pot of vegetables has simmered together, that little bit of acidity makes all the individual flavors come back into focus.

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Nutrition

AllergensNone of the major allergens

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Storage

Refrigerator / FreezerUp to 4 days refrigerated or 2 months frozen; the potatoes soften further as it sits, which is honestly part of the charm.

Frequently asked

Can I use frozen vegetables?+

Yes — frozen green beans, peas, or greens stir in during the last few minutes instead of the start.

Can I add beans or pasta?+

Absolutely — a can of drained white beans or a scoop of small pasta makes it heartier; add pasta in the last 10 minutes.

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