Heart-Healthy Classic Vegetable Broth Soup
Warm, nourishing, and delightfully simple, this Heart-Healthy Classic Vegetable Broth Soup is a must-try for anyone seeking a wholesome meal packed with flavor and nutrition. Made with a vibrant medley of fresh veggies like carrots, celery, zucchini, and green beans, this recipe is simmered in a rich low-sodium vegetable broth seasoned with aromatic bay leaves, thyme, and garlic. The dish is low in fat thanks to heart-healthy olive oil and can be ready in just an hour, making it perfect for busy weeknights. This low-calorie soup is ideal for those looking to maintain a healthy lifestyle without sacrificing taste. Serve it as a light lunch or pair it with whole-grain bread for a comforting dinner. It's a hearty, satisfying way to enjoy a nutritious bowl full of fiber, vitamins, and warmth all year round!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 2 medium, sliced carrots
- 2 sliced celery stalks
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 large, chopped tomato
- 1 medium, chopped zucchini
- 1 cup, trimmed and halved green beans
- 1 medium, diced potato
- 8 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 whole bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.25 teaspoon, freshly ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup, chopped parsley
- to taste salt
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, sliced carrots, and sliced celery to the pot and sauté for about 5-7 minutes, until the onion is translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the chopped tomato, zucchini, green beans, and diced potato to the pot.
Pour in the low-sodium vegetable broth and stir to combine.
Add the bay leaves, dried thyme, and freshly ground black pepper. Stir well.
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Remove the bay leaves and discard them.
Stir in the chopped parsley and taste the soup, adjusting salt as needed.
Serve the soup hot and enjoy your heart-healthy meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
975 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.5 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 8003 mg | 348% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 144.7 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.6 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 65.8 g | ||
| Protein | 17.5 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 533 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 5330 mg | 113% | |
*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.
