Description
Easy Italian Vegetable Soup is a warm and comforting meal filled with fresh garden vegetables, aromatic herbs, and a rich savory broth. This nourishing soup is simple to prepare using basic pantry ingredients, highly customizable, and perfect for cozy dinners year-round. It delivers wholesome flavors and a satisfying texture that can be easily tailored to your preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
Core Vegetables
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut
Liquids and Tomato
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes (natural), with juices
Seasonings and Additions
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 tsp natural gelling agent
Instructions
- Prepare and Sauté the Base: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped yellow onion, minced garlic, diced carrots, and celery. Cook until the vegetables soften and their aromas fill your kitchen, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Core Vegetables: Stir in diced potatoes, zucchini, and green beans. Sauté for another 3-4 minutes to lightly crisp the veggies and build flavor foundations.
- Pour in Broth and Tomatoes: Add vegetable broth and canned diced tomatoes with their juices into the pot. Stir everything to combine, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer where the vegetables can tenderize.
- Season and Simmer: Add fresh chopped basil and oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, and natural gelling agent. Let the soup simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes to fully meld the flavors.
- Finish with a Bright Touch: Stir in a splash of apple cider vinegar for brightness that lifts the dish. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
Notes
- Choose fresh and firm vegetables for the best flavor and texture.
- Chop vegetables uniformly to ensure even cooking.
- Simmer gently over moderate heat to avoid breaking down vegetables excessively.
- Add fresh herbs late in cooking to preserve delicate flavors.
- Add apple cider vinegar at the end to balance acidity without overpowering the soup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Italian vegetable soup, easy vegetable soup, healthy soup, plant-based soup, cozy dinner
