Description
This Italian Vegetable Soup is a heartwarming, nourishing, and plant-based meal packed with fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices that deliver bold Italian flavors. Perfect for a quick lunch or cozy dinner, it offers satisfying texture, rich aromas, and wholesome goodness to brighten your day.
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into small cubes
- Fresh basil leaves, a handful, chopped
Other Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 slices smoked turkey bacon, chopped
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (natural)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preparing the Vegetables: Begin by washing and dicing all your vegetables into bite-size pieces to ensure they cook evenly and blend harmoniously in the soup.
- Sauté the Aromatics and Smoked Turkey Bacon: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, then add finely chopped onions, minced garlic, and chopped smoked turkey bacon. Sauté until the onion is translucent and the smoked turkey bacon imparts its smoky aroma, about 5 minutes.
- Add the Vegetables: Stir in carrots, celery, zucchini, and green beans. Cook for another 5 minutes to soften the vegetables slightly and deepen their flavors.
- Incorporate Tomatoes and Potatoes: Add diced tomatoes and cubed potatoes, cooking for a few moments while mixing everything together nicely.
- Pour in Broth and Season: Pour in the vegetable broth and sprinkle Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then lower to a simmer and cook uncovered for 25-30 minutes until all vegetables are tender.
- Final Touches: Just before serving, stir in fresh basil leaves and adjust salt and pepper to taste for that perfect finishing touch.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs and veggies to elevate the soup’s flavor exponentially.
- Keep an eye on the vegetables so they remain tender but not mushy.
- Adjust seasoning gradually to make sure the soup is perfectly balanced.
- Add smoked turkey bacon early to allow smoky flavor to infuse the entire soup.
- Allow the soup to cool slightly before serving to let flavors meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Italian vegetable soup, vegan soup, plant-based soup, healthy soup, vegetable broth soup, comforting soup
