Caldo de Verduras

Caldo de Verduras is a hearty and vibrant Mexican vegetable soup that showcases the rich flavors of fresh produce and herbs. This nourishing dish is perfect for a light meal and can be enjoyed any time of the year.

Ingredients

• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Potato - 1 medium, diced
• Green beans - 100 grams, trimmed and cut into 2 cm pieces
• Corn kernels - 100 grams (fresh or frozen)
• Tomato - 1 medium, chopped
• Onion - 1 small, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Vegetable broth - 800 ml
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Lime - 1, juiced
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Avocado - 1/2, diced (for garnish)

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
2. Add the diced carrot, potato, and zucchini to the pot. Sauté for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer.
4. Add the green beans, corn, and chopped tomato to the pot. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
5. Cover the pot and let the soup simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
6. Stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice just before serving.
7. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with diced avocado. Serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 32 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 6 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.8 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• High in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.

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