Hearty Vegetable Soup for the Whole Family
Hearty Vegetable Soup for the Whole Family
Nourishing and Delicious Vegetable Soup: A Recipe for Health and Taste
Introducing a healthy vegetable soup packed with a variety of vegetables, simmered to perfection for both excellent nutrition and delightful taste. It’s ideal for a light dinner, a diet-friendly meal, or when you crave something satisfying yet healthy. Let’s make a wholesome vegetable soup at home that fills you up without weighing you down. The addition of spicy curry cubes elevates the flavor profile, making it a truly special dish.
Hearty Vegetable Soup Ingredients- 150g unsalted butter (approx. 5 pieces)
- 2 carrots
- 6 potatoes
- 2 onions
- 1 bag whole garlic cloves
- 2 packets vegetable broth (150ml each, total 300ml)
- 1/2 head cabbage
- 1 head broccoli
- 6 tomatoes
- 1 bottle tomato sauce (approx. 400g)
- 2 cubes spicy curry powder (for 5-6 servings)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
In a deep pot, melt 150g of unsalted butter (about 5 pieces) over medium-low heat. Stir gently, being careful not to burn the butter.
Step 2
Add 2 carrots, peeled or unpeeled and washed thoroughly, cut into bite-sized pieces, to the pot. Adding carrots early allows their natural sweetness to infuse into the broth.
Step 3
Peel or wash and chop 6 potatoes into large, bite-sized pieces, and add them to the pot. The potatoes will cook down to a soft, comforting texture.
Step 4
Peel and roughly chop 2 onions, then add them to the pot. The onions will soften and release their natural sweetness into the soup.
Step 5
Prepare 1 bag of whole garlic cloves by removing the peels. Add the whole cloves to the pot. Garlic adds a wonderful depth of flavor.
Step 6
Pour in 2 packets of organic vegetable broth (150ml each, totaling 300ml). If vegetable broth is unavailable, water can be used, but vegetable broth will provide a richer, more complex vegetable flavor.
Step 7
Remove the core from 1/2 head of cabbage, chop it into large pieces, and add to the pot. The cabbage will cook down and blend beautifully with the broth.
Step 8
Break 1 head of broccoli into florets and chop the stems into bite-sized pieces. Add them to the pot. Slightly undercooking the broccoli will help retain a pleasant crispness.
Step 9
Remove the cores from 6 tomatoes, chop them into large pieces, and add them to the pot. As they cook, the tomatoes will lend a tangy sweetness and a vibrant red hue to the soup.
Step 10
Cover the pot and let it simmer gently over medium-low heat for about 20-30 minutes, or until all the vegetables are tender. Simmering slowly allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
Step 11
Once the vegetables are somewhat tender, pour in 1 bottle of tomato sauce (approx. 400g). Tomato sauce adds richness and a savory depth.
Step 12
Add 2 cubes of spicy curry powder (for 5-6 servings) to the pot. Dissolve the curry cubes completely in a little bit of the hot liquid before mixing them in, to avoid lumps. The curry transforms the soup into a spicy, flavorful delight.
Step 13
Stir well with a spatula or ladle to ensure the curry is fully dissolved and evenly distributed throughout the soup, incorporating all the ingredients smoothly.
Step 14
Reduce the heat to medium, cover the pot again, and simmer for another 10-15 minutes. Let it cook until all the flavors have melded together and the soup has thickened slightly. Your delicious vegetable soup is ready!
Step 15
Ladle the finished healthy vegetable soup into serving bowls. For an extra touch, sprinkle some fresh parsley flakes on top for visual appeal.
Step 16
Prepare some bread to serve alongside the warm vegetable soup. Toasting the bread until golden brown and crisp will complement the soup perfectly.
Step 17
Enjoy this wonderfully healthy vegetable soup, elevated with the zesty flavor of spicy curry! Packed with nutrition and bursting with taste, this soup is a satisfying and healthy meal option for your family. Enjoy your delicious creation!
