Happy Soup
Transform your day with a bowl of "Happy Soup," the ultimate feel-good vegetable soup that’s as nourishing as it is delicious! Packed with vibrant, fresh produce like zucchini, carrots, and red bell peppers, this hearty yet light soup bursts with wholesome flavors. Infused with aromatic garlic, dried herbs, a hint of red pepper flakes, and brightened with a squeeze of lemon juice, every spoonful delivers a comforting balance of zest and warmth. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-pot wonder is perfect for a quick, healthy lunch or dinner. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with crusty bread for a satisfying meal. Whether you're after a boost of vitamins or simply seeking cozy vibes, “Happy Soup” is your ticket to a happy, healthy table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion
- 3 medium carrots
- 2 medium celery stalks
- 1 medium zucchini
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Dice the onion, carrots, and celery and add them to the pot. Sauté for 5 minutes or until the vegetables start to soften.
Chop the zucchini and red bell pepper into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic.
Add the zucchini, red bell pepper, and garlic to the pot. Sauté for another 3 minutes.
Stir in the canned diced tomatoes with their juices, vegetable broth, dried thyme, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the baby spinach to the pot and stir until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
Remove the soup from the heat and stir in the lemon juice.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.
Serve hot with crusty bread or crackers, and enjoy your Happy Soup!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1097 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.9 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.4 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 6080 mg | 264% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 138.7 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.7 g | 128% | |
| Total Sugars | 62.6 g | ||
| Protein | 30.2 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 520 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 4439 mg | 94% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
