Description
One Pot Creamy Vegetable Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish. It features a blend of fresh vegetables, aromatic herbs, and a creamy texture, making it a perfect meal for any day. This one-pot recipe simplifies preparation and cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 cup green beans, cut into pieces
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk for a dairy-free option
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat Oil: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant and the onions are translucent.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in the carrots, celery, and bell pepper. Sauté for another 5 minutes, allowing them to soften.
- Include Zucchini and Green Beans: Add the diced zucchini and green beans to the mix. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in Broth: Add the vegetable broth to the pot and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Season: Stir in the dried thyme, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for 15-20 minutes until all the vegetables are tender.
- Add Cream: Stir in your choice of heavy cream or coconut milk, allowing it to heat through for about 5 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, and before serving, garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Use Fresh Vegetables: For maximum flavor and nutrition, opt for seasonal and fresh vegetables.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning throughout cooking for balanced flavor.
- Blend for Smoothness: For a creamier texture, use an immersion blender to puree part of the soup before adding the cream.
- Add a Kick: For heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a diced jalapeño.
- Herbs Galore: Add fresh herbs like dill or cilantro at the end for extra flavor.
- Make it Vegan: Replace heavy cream with cashew cream or almond milk for a vegan option.
- Storage: Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days.
- Freezing: Freeze in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months, leaving space for expansion.
- Reheating: Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat on the stovetop over low heat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: N/A