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A steaming bowl of colorful vegetable soup, rich with garden-fresh ingredients.

Proven way to grow delicious Vegetable Soup recipes

This recipe outlines a proven method to "grow" delicious vegetable soup. It emphasizes selecting fresh, high-quality ingredients and combining them thoughtfully to create a flavorful and hearty dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 2 medium Carrots chopped
  • 2 stalks Celery stalks chopped
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 2 medium Potatoes diced
  • 1 28-oz can Canned diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup Green beans fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup Corn fresh or frozen
Liquids & Seasoning
  • 6 cups Vegetable broth
  • 2 cups Water
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt or to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried basil

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Dutch oven
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped carrots, celery, and onion to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
Cooking the Soup
  1. Stir in diced potatoes, canned diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and water. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  2. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
  3. Add green beans, corn, salt, pepper, oregano, and basil. Continue to simmer for another 10-15 minutes, or until all vegetables are tender.
Serving
  1. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious homemade vegetable soup.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a bay leaf during simmering and remove it before serving. Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or a pinch of red pepper flakes for a kick.