This light, cozy vegetable soup is simple, comforting, and perfect for an easy weeknight meal. Made with everyday vegetables and a clean tomato broth, it feels nourishing without being heavy. It’s the kind of soup you can simmer gently and enjoy all week.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/4 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and carrots and cook for 5 minutes, stirring, until slightly softened.
- Stir in zucchini and garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in vegetable broth and diced tomatoes with their juices.
- Add salt, black pepper, basil, and thyme, then stir well.
- Bring to a gentle boil, reduce heat, and simmer uncovered for 18-20 minutes until vegetables are tender.
Tip
For a heartier bowl, serve with crusty bread or stir in cooked rice just before serving.
This soup keeps well and tastes even better the next day, so save a bowl for later and enjoy it again.
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Zucchini, Carrot & Tomato Broth Soup
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
A simple vegetable soup made with zucchini, carrots, and tomatoes simmered in a light, comforting broth.
Ingredients
2 tbsp olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 medium carrots, sliced
2 medium zucchini, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups vegetable broth
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp dried basil
1/4 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add diced onion and carrots and cook for 5 minutes, stirring, until slightly softened.
3. Stir in zucchini and garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Pour in vegetable broth and diced tomatoes with their juices.
5. Add salt, black pepper, basil, and thyme, then stir well.
6. Bring to a gentle boil, reduce heat, and simmer uncovered for 18-20 minutes until vegetables are tender.
Notes
Serve with bread or add cooked rice for a more filling soup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
