Creamy Vegetable Soup
Warm up with a comforting bowl of creamy vegetable soup, brimming with vibrant vegetables and rich flavors. This quick-to-make dish is perfect for busy weeknights and easily customizable based on your pantry ingredients. Each velvety spoonful nourishes the soul while delighting your taste buds, making it an ideal choice for a cozy dinner or a family gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing/Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, bell peppers)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant and translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in mixed vegetables and sauté for an additional 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Pour in vegetable broth; bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat and blend the soup using an immersion blender until smooth.
- Return the soup to medium heat; stir in heavy cream or coconut cream and simmer gently for another 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Customize with any vegetables on hand, such as zucchini or sweet potatoes. Enhance flavor by adding spices like cumin or fresh herbs like thyme or parsley just before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days or freeze for later enjoyment.