Title: Delicious and Nutritious Vegetable Soup: A Hearty, Healthy Meal for Any Day 🥕🍅🌱
Introduction: Vegetable soup is one of the most comforting and nutritious meals you can make. Full of fresh vegetables, herbs, and a light broth, it’s perfect for detoxifying, boosting immunity, and providing warmth on a chilly day. Whether you’re looking to increase your vegetable intake or just want a wholesome, satisfying meal, this vegetable soup is quick, easy, and packed with vitamins and minerals. Let’s dive into this simple, healthy recipe for a vegetable-packed soup that’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep!
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or any oil of your choice)
- 1 large onion (diced)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 carrots (peeled and sliced)
- 2 celery stalks (diced)
- 1 zucchini (chopped)
- 1 cup green beans (trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 large tomato (diced)
- 1 cup spinach (or kale, optional)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric (optional for extra health benefits)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- Lemon juice (optional, for added freshness)
Instructions:
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Sauté the Vegetables:
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