Vegetable Soup with Croutons
A quick and comforting vegetable soup topped with crispy croutons and fresh herbs. Ready in about 20 minutes, this simple soup is perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 180
- Protein
- 4g
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 2 medium carrots
- 2 cloves garlic
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 slices bread
Instructions
- 1
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a pot over medium. Add 1 diced onion and 2 sliced carrots; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3
Pour in 4 cups vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until carrots are tender, about 10 minutes.
- 4
Meanwhile, cut 2 bread slices into cubes. Toss with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and toast in a skillet over medium until golden and crisp, about 5 minutes.
- 5
Ladle soup into bowls and top with croutons. Garnish with chopped parsley and sliced green onions if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- Large pot
- Skillet
- Knife
- Cutting board
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