Ingredients
- Broth (vegetable or chicken)
- Fresh vegetables (carrots, celery, bell peppers)
- Legumes (beans or lentils)
- Grains (quinoa or brown rice)
- Seasonings (salt, pepper, herbs)
- Optional toppings (avocado, herbs, seeds)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat a splash of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced onions, carrots, and celery; sauté until translucent.
- Stir in chopped bell peppers and garlic; cook for 2 minutes.
- Pour in the broth and bring to a boil.
- Add the legumes and grains; reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Season with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs just before serving.
Notes
To elevate your soup, consider sautéing your vegetables before adding them to the broth for a richer flavor. Add leafy greens toward the end for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Global
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg