Velvety Garden Delight: A Cozy Creamy Vegetable Soup Recipe
Chilly evenings call for a steaming bowl of hearty vegetable soup that warms you from the inside out.
Packed with vibrant, fresh ingredients, this recipe bursts with comforting flavors and nutritious goodness.
Each spoonful delivers a delightful medley of tender vegetables and rich, savory broth.
The soup combines seasonal produce into a nourishing meal that satisfies and energizes.
Colorful vegetables dance together, creating a symphony of textures and tastes that will make your taste buds sing.
Prepared with simple techniques and wholesome ingredients, this soup promises a delicious and wholesome dining experience.
Ladle up a bowl and let the warmth and goodness transport you to culinary bliss.
Quick Recipe Overview
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Calories: 210 kcal
Servings: 5
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Instructions To Make Creamy Vegetable Soup
Warm up your pot with a drizzle of olive oil, then toss in chopped onions, minced garlic, diced carrots, and sliced celery. Dance these veggies around the pot until they soften and release their aromatic magic, about 5 minutes.
Introduce zucchini, cauliflower, and potato to the party. Pour in your favorite broth and sprinkle thyme and oregano for an herbal punch. Bring everything to a rolling boil, then dial down the heat and let the vegetables get tender and cozy for 15-20 minutes.
Grab your immersion blender and transform the soup into silky smoothness. Want some texture? Leave a few veggie chunks for excitement. Stir in a splash of heavy cream or coconut milk to make it luxuriously rich. Optional: Sprinkle in some cheese for extra indulgence.
Ladle the soup into waiting bowls. Garnish with fresh parsley, a sprinkle of cheese, or crispy croutons. Your comfort meal is ready to delight!
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Hearty Vegetable Soup Recipe
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 5 1x
Description
Hearty creamy vegetable soup brings comfort from grandma’s kitchen to your table. Wholesome ingredients blend seamlessly, offering nourishing warmth and satisfying flavors you’ll savor with each spoonful.
Ingredients
- 4 cups (0.95 liters) vegetable broth
- ½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream or coconut milk
- ½ cup (50 g) shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil or butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium potato, peeled & diced
- 2 carrots, peeled & chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 zucchini, chopped
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 cup (150 g) cauliflower or broccoli florets
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Fresh parsley or chives
- Extra shredded cheese
- Croutons for crunch
Instructions
- Vegetable Sauté: Heat fat in a large pot over medium heat, creating a sizzling base for aromatic vegetables to develop rich flavors.
- Flavor Foundation: Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery to the heated surface, stirring continuously to promote even caramelization and prevent burning while developing a deep, complex taste profile.
- Vegetable Layering: Introduce zucchini, cauliflower, and potatoes into the fragrant mixture, ensuring each piece is coated with the developing flavor base.
- Liquid Integration: Pour broth over the vegetable medley, sprinkling thyme and oregano across the surface, then season with salt and pepper to elevate the overall taste experience.
- Simmering Stage: Bring the mixture to a rapid boil, then immediately reduce heat to a gentle simmer, allowing vegetables to tenderize and meld their flavors for 15-20 minutes until completely soft.
- Texture Transformation: Utilize an immersion blender or transfer to a standard blender, processing until achieving a silky-smooth consistency that showcases the soup’s vibrant vegetable essence.
- Creamy Finish: Gently fold in cream, creating a luxurious, velvety texture that adds richness and depth to the soup’s final presentation.
- Final Flourish: Optional cheese addition provides an extra layer of complexity, while a garnish of fresh parsley, additional cheese, or crispy croutons offers textural contrast and visual appeal when serving.
Notes
- Choose the Right Pot: Select a large, heavy-bottomed pot to ensure even heat distribution and prevent burning of delicate vegetables.
- Sauté Vegetables Strategically: Cook aromatics (onions, garlic) slowly to develop deep, rich flavors without burning, creating a robust flavor foundation.
- Blend with Precision: Use an immersion blender for convenience, or transfer to a standard blender, working in batches to achieve a perfectly smooth consistency without overflow.
- Customize for Dietary Needs: Swap dairy cream with coconut milk for a vegan version, or use low-fat alternatives for a lighter, health-conscious adaptation of the soup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
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