Velvet Vegetable Soup

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A creamy, velvety puree of garden vegetables with Mediterranean herbs
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This Velvet Vegetable Soup is a comforting and silky smooth dish that transforms simple garden vegetables into a luxurious meal. Featuring a base of sautéed onions, carrots, and celery, it is enriched with potatoes and broccoli for a creamy texture without dairy. Infused with aromatic thyme and tarragon, the flavors are bright, earthy, and deeply satisfying. Perfect for chilly evenings or as a light lunch, this soup is versatile enough to be served as a starter or a main course. It reheats beautifully and freezes well, making it an excellent choice for meal prep. The natural sweetness of the vegetables balances the savory broth, creating a harmonious blend that is both nourishing and delicious.

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Velvet Vegetable Soup

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 51.0

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This Velvet Vegetable Soup is a comforting and silky smooth dish that transforms simple garden vegetables into a luxurious meal. Featuring a base of saut&# 195;©ed onions, carrots, and celery, it is enriched with potatoes and broccoli for a creamy texture without dairy. Infused with aromatic thyme and tarragon, the flavors are bright, earthy, and deeply satisfying. Perfect for chilly evenings or as a light lunch, this soup is versatile enough to be served as a starter or a main course. It reheats beautifully and freezes well, making it an excellent choice for meal prep. The natural sweetness of the vegetables balances the savory broth, creating a harmonious blend that is both nourishing and delicious.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onions, carrots, and celery to the pot.
  3. Sauté vegetables until translucent and lightly caramelized, about 10-12 minutes.
  4. Add diced potatoes and broccoli florets to the pot.
  5. Pour in vegetable stock (or water) until vegetables are just covered.
  6. Stir in thyme and black pepper.
  7. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
  8. Cover and simmer for 30-45 minutes, or until vegetables are very tender.
  9. Carefully blend the soup in batches using a blender or immersion blender until completely smooth.
  10. Return the pureed soup to the pot and warm through gently.
  11. Adjust seasoning with salt and additional pepper if needed.
  12. Ladle into bowls and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 51.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.6g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 49.5mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 10.5g4%
Dietary Fiber 3.9g16%
Sugars 2.5g
Protein 4.2g9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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