Veg Out Soup
Dive into a bowl of wholesome comfort with Veg Out Soup, a vibrant medley of garden-fresh vegetables simmered to perfection. This hearty, nutrient-packed recipe combines tender zucchini, green beans, baby spinach, and cannellini beans in a flavorful vegetable broth infused with aromatic garlic, dried thyme, and oregano. A touch of fresh parsley and bright lemon juice adds a zesty finish, making every spoonful irresistibly satisfying. Perfect for meal prep or busy weeknights, this one-pot wonder is ready in under an hour and pairs beautifully with warm crusty bread for a complete, soul-soothing meal. Vegetarian, healthy, and bursting with flavor, Veg Out Soup is the ultimate recipe for cozying up to a bowl of goodness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large, diced yellow onion
- 3 medium, peeled and sliced carrots
- 2 sliced celery stalks
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 medium, diced zucchini
- 1 cup, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces green beans
- 3 medium, diced tomatoes
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 15-oz can, drained and rinsed cannellini beans
- 2 cups, packed baby spinach
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon, freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the carrots and celery, and sauté for another 5 minutes until slightly softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Stir in the diced zucchini, green beans, and tomatoes. Cook for 5 minutes to allow the vegetables to soften slightly.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
Reduce the heat to a simmer and add the cannellini beans, dried thyme, and dried oregano. Stir well.
Cover the pot and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Uncover, stir in the baby spinach, and let it wilt for 2-3 minutes.
Add the chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Stir to combine.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve hot and enjoy with crusty bread or on its own!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1261 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.1 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.7 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 8431 mg | 367% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 186.5 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 48.1 g | 172% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.9 g | ||
| Protein | 44.8 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 820 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 18.7 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 6337 mg | 135% | |
*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.
