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Soup

A simple, comforting homemade soup made with everyday ingredients. Perfect for a quick and warming meal.

Total time
30 min
Servings
4
Calories
120
Protein
2g
Soup
ComfortingWarmingAmericanVeganVegetarianGluten-FreeDairy-FreeVegetable

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium, chopped onion
  • 2 cloves, minced garlic
  • 2 medium, diced carrots
  • 2 stalks, diced celery
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat the 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the 1 chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Stir in the 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly.

  3. 3

    Add the 2 diced carrots and 2 diced celery stalks. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.

  4. 4

    Pour in the 4 cups vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes.

  5. 5

    Season with the 1 tsp salt and 0.5 tsp black pepper. Taste and adjust if needed.

  6. 6

    Ladle into bowls and serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Ladle

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