Mediterranean Diet Classic Clear Vegetable Soup
Warm, nourishing, and brimming with Mediterranean flair, this Classic Clear Vegetable Soup is a wholesome celebration of fresh garden ingredients and aromatic herbs. Crafted with vibrant staples like zucchini, ripe tomatoes, carrots, and celery, this comforting recipe is simmered with a fragrant medley of garlic, thyme, and parsley for layers of flavor. A splash of fresh lemon juice and zest adds a bright, zesty twist, while olive oil lends a luscious touch that enhances the robust vegetable broth. Perfect as a light appetizer or a healthy meal on its own, this Mediterranean diet–friendly soup is quick to prepare in under 45 minutes and serves six. Ideal for clean eating, vegetarian, and gluten-free diets, it’s a versatile dish bursting with nutrients and vibrant tastes that your family will savor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 2 medium, sliced carrot
- 2 medium, sliced celery stalk
- 1 medium, diced zucchini
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 medium, peeled and chopped ripe tomatoes
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 medium, zest and juice lemon
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, and sauté for about 5 minutes until it becomes translucent.
Stir in the sliced carrots and celery, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
Add the diced zucchini and minced garlic, and sauté for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
Mix in the chopped tomatoes and cook for 3 minutes until they start to break down.
Pour in the vegetable broth and add the bay leaf, fresh thyme, salt, and pepper.
Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.
Remove the bay leaf, and stir in the chopped fresh parsley, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Serve hot, garnished with additional herbs if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1036 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.1 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7739 mg | 336% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 143.9 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.8 g | 110% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.4 g | ||
| Protein | 33.5 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 393 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 4392 mg | 93% | |
*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.
