Description
A comforting and wholesome Italian soup made with tender vegetables, aromatic herbs, and a zesty splash of lemon.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup spinach or kale, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes until onions are translucent.
- Stir in the diced carrots and celery. Cook for another 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and season with oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and let simmer uncovered for about 15-20 minutes.
- Add the chopped spinach or kale and lemon juice. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary, then serve warm.
Notes
For added depth, consider using fresh herbs if available. Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg