Print

Healing Vegetable Soup

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Healing Vegetable Soup is a cozy, nourishing recipe packed with fresh vegetables, leafy greens, and savory herbs simmered in a flavorful broth. Perfect for when you need comfort food that’s light yet filling, this wholesome soup is vegan, gluten-free, budget-friendly, and freezer-friendly. A go-to recipe for meal prep, weeknight dinners, or when you’re feeling under the weather.

Ingredients

  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 medium potatoes, diced
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups fresh spinach or kale

Instructions

  1. Prep Vegetables: Chop carrots, celery, onion, garlic, and potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Sauté Base: In a large soup pot, heat olive oil. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant and soft.
  3. Add Veggies: Stir in carrots, celery, and potatoes. Cook 1–2 minutes.
  4. Build Broth: Pour in vegetable broth. Add tomatoes, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
  5. Simmer: Cook 20–30 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  6. Add Greens: Stir in spinach or kale until just wilted.
  7. Adjust & Serve: Taste, adjust seasoning, and remove bay leaves. Serve warm with bread if desired.

Notes

  • Add chickpeas, lentils, or white beans for extra protein.
  • Stir in lemon juice or apple cider vinegar at the end for brightness.
  • For spice, add red pepper flakes or smoked paprika.
  • Make it heartier with cooked quinoa, barley, or rice.
  • Freeze without the greens and add them fresh when reheating.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://cookedbymaya.com/healing-vegetable-soup/