Sopa de Legumes
Warm up with a bowl of comforting **Sopa de Legumes**, a classic Portuguese vegetable soup that’s as wholesome as it is flavorful. This recipe features a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables—like carrots, zucchini, potatoes, tomatoes, and cabbage—simmered to tender perfection in savory vegetable broth. Infused with the earthy aroma of a bay leaf and a hint of oregano, this nutrient-packed soup is a versatile, one-pot meal that’s easy to prepare. Ready in just one hour, it’s a healthy and satisfying option for busy weeknights. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor, and enjoy this gluten-free, vegetarian delight with a crusty piece of bread for a hearty finish! Popular among lovers of comforting, homemade soups, **Sopa de Legumes** is perfect for cozy dinners or meal prepping for the week.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 1 medium zucchini, chopped
- 2 medium potato, diced
- 2 medium tomato, chopped
- 2 cups cabbage, shredded
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the sliced carrots, chopped zucchini, and diced potatoes. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the chopped tomatoes, shredded cabbage, and vegetable broth to the pot.
Add the bay leaf, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine the ingredients.
Bring the soup to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Remove the bay leaf from the soup.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1270 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.5 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.3 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5924 mg | 258% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 199.4 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.8 g | 139% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.5 g | ||
| Protein | 40.3 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 492 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 5907 mg | 126% | |
*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.
