Description
A comforting and easy-to-make One Pot Creamy Vegetable Soup loaded with fresh vegetables and a rich, creamy broth. Perfect for a cozy meal, this nutritious soup cooks in just 40 minutes and serves four.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups potatoes, diced
- 1 cup green beans, chopped
- 1 cup corn
Liquids & Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: Warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat to prepare for sautéing the vegetables.
- Sauté the base vegetables: Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook them until they become soft and fragrant, which usually takes about 5-7 minutes.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute to release its aroma without burning.
- Add broth and potatoes: Pour in 4 cups of vegetable broth and add the diced potatoes. Bring the mixture to a boil to start cooking the potatoes.
- Simmer: Lower the heat and let the soup simmer gently for 15 minutes, allowing the potatoes to soften fully.
- Add more vegetables: Include the chopped green beans and corn into the pot. Continue cooking for another 5 minutes to ensure they are tender but retain some texture.
- Add cream and season: Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and season the soup with salt and pepper according to taste, enriching the soup with a smooth, creamy texture.
- Final simmer: Let the soup simmer for an additional 5 minutes to blend the flavors thoroughly.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle fresh parsley over the soup just before serving to add a fresh herbal note and an appealing color contrast.
Notes
- You can substitute heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free option.
- Use fresh seasonal vegetables to enhance flavor and nutrition.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a slight kick if desired.
- This soup freezes well for up to 3 months; thaw and reheat gently on the stovetop.
