Description
This Creamy Vegetable Soup is warm, simple, and full of fresh flavors. It’s perfect for family meals or a quiet night in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 4 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli, cauliflower, peas, or a mix)
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion, diced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté until soft, about 5–7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes.
- Pour in 4 cups vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Add 4 cups mixed vegetables. Lower heat and simmer until tender, about 10–15 minutes.
- Reduce heat and stir in 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk. Warm through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Blend the soup with an immersion blender or in batches until smooth, if desired.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if using.
Notes
This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge or freezer. For a vegan option, use coconut milk and check the broth is vegetable-based.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg