Mediterranean Diet Vibrant Green Soup
Elevate your healthy eating game with this Mediterranean Diet Vibrant Green Soup, a nutrient-packed blend of fresh vegetables and bold flavors. This creamy, plant-based soup showcases the vibrant hues of zucchini, broccoli, and kale, all simmered in savory vegetable broth and infused with garlic and onion for a depth of flavor that’s irresistible. Finished with a touch of tangy lemon juice and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this comforting soup is perfect for cleansing and energizing your day. With its easy preparation in under 40 minutes, it’s a go-to recipe for busy weekdays or a cozy weekend meal. Serve with a side of crusty bread or enjoy it solo as a light yet satisfying dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 chopped celery stalks
- 2 medium, chopped zucchini
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cups, chopped kale
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.25 cup, chopped fresh parsley
- 0.25 teaspoons optional: red pepper flakes
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced yellow onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and chopped celery, cooking for another 2 minutes while stirring frequently.
Add the chopped zucchini, broccoli florets, and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, or until the broccoli and zucchini are tender.
Add the chopped kale, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir and cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the kale to wilt.
Remove the soup from heat and let it cool slightly. Transfer the soup to a blender in batches, or use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
Stir in the lemon juice and adjust seasoning as needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley and optional red pepper flakes for a hint of spice.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1167 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.7 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.8 g | 39% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 9957 mg | 433% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 162.5 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.2 g | 144% | |
| Total Sugars | 65.7 g | ||
| Protein | 46.5 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 829 mg | 64% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 5225 mg | 111% | |
*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.
