Herbed Vegetable Soup

This Herbed Vegetable Soup is a vibrant and wholesome dish, infused with fresh herbs and seasonal vegetables, perfect for a light side or starter. Its comforting flavors make it a delightful addition to any meal, especially during colder months.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Yellow onion - 1 medium, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery stalk - 1, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Green beans - 100 grams, trimmed and cut into 2 cm pieces
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Fresh thyme - 1 teaspoon, chopped
• Fresh basil - 1 tablespoon, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery, and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4. Add the diced zucchini and green beans, cooking for an additional 3 minutes.
5. Pour in the vegetable broth, bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
6. Stir in the chopped parsley, thyme, and basil, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
7. Remove from heat and add the lemon juice before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 22 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Low in calories and high in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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