Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried thyme)
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., green beans, spinach)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil. Add chopped onions, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened and golden brown.
- Stir in minced garlic along with salt and pepper; cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in vegetable broth and add thyme and bay leaves. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Incorporate any additional mixed vegetables; cook for about 5-7 minutes until tender but vibrant.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as desired before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Homemade
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg