Sebze Çorbası

Sebze Çorbası is a vibrant and hearty Turkish vegetable soup, bursting with fresh seasonal vegetables and aromatic spices. This vegan delight is both comforting and nutritious, making it a perfect dish for any time of the year.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Potato - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Vegetable broth - 750 ml
• Bay leaf - 1
• Thyme - 1 teaspoon, dried
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. In a medium pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
3. Stir in the diced carrot, potato, zucchini, and bell pepper, and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Add the diced tomato, vegetable broth, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
5. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
6. Remove the bay leaf and stir in the lemon juice. Adjust seasoning if needed.
7. Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 4 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
• Water: 0.75 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.
• High in fiber, supporting digestive health.

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