Quick and Easy Mirepoix Soup
Warm up with a comforting bowl of Quick and Easy Mirepoix Soup, a wholesome recipe that transforms simple kitchen staples into a flavorful masterpiece! This recipe is built on the classic aromatic trio of onion, carrot, and celery, sautéed to perfection and enhanced with garlic, thyme, and parsley for a fragrant, herbaceous base. A splash of vegetable broth and juicy diced tomatoes bring depth to the soup, while the optional addition of cooked rice or pasta makes it hearty and satisfying. Ready in just 35 minutes, this one-pot soup is perfect for busy weeknights and can be tailored to suit your favorite flavors. Serve it as a nourishing starter or pair it with crusty bread for a complete meal that celebrates fresh, humble ingredients. Whether you're craving something warm and cozy or need a light, nutritious option, this mirepoix soup is a fast and delicious way to bring comfort to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large (diced) onion
- 2 medium (diced) carrot
- 2 medium (diced) celery stalks
- 2 cloves (minced) garlic
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 0.5 teaspoons (or to taste) salt
- 0.25 teaspoons (or to taste) black pepper
- 1 whole bay leaf
- 1 cup cooked rice or pasta (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
Pour in the vegetable broth and diced tomatoes (with their juice). Stir to combine.
Add the dried thyme, dried parsley, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well.
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
If using cooked rice or pasta, stir it into the soup during the last 5 minutes of cooking to warm through.
Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Taste the soup and adjust the seasonings if needed. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
274 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.4 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 851 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.2 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.4 g | ||
| Protein | 7.5 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 92 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 932 mg | 20% | |
*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.
