Description

One Pot Creamy Vegetable Soup is a comforting, creamy, and hearty soup made with a variety of fresh vegetables, perfect for chilly days. It’s easy to make and requires just one pot, making it a convenient and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 medium onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 medium carrots, diced

2 celery stalks, diced

2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced

1 zucchini, diced

1 cup spinach (fresh or frozen)

4 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)

1 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free version)

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

1/2 teaspoon dried basil

Salt and pepper to taste

1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)

Fresh parsley or chives for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the garlic, carrots, celery, and potatoes, and cook for another 5-6 minutes.
Pour in the vegetable broth, add the dried thyme and basil, and season with salt and pepper. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
Optionally, blend the soup for a smoother texture using an immersion blender or by transferring half of the soup to a blender.
Stir in the heavy cream (or coconut milk) and spinach. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until spinach wilts and soup is creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary.
For added brightness, stir in the lemon juice. Serve hot and garnish with fresh parsley or chives if desired.

Notes

Add protein by incorporating chicken, beans, or lentils.

For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes or hot sauce.

Make the soup vegan by using coconut milk and vegetable broth.

For a thicker soup, puree some of the vegetables or add potatoes.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 250
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 30mg