Martha Stewart Vegetable Soup Recipe
When the weather turns cool, I always crave a warm bowl of Martha Stewart Vegetable Soup Recipe. It is simple, fresh and full of colorful vegetables.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 carrots sliced
- 2 celery stalks sliced
- 1 zucchini chopped
- 1 cup green beans cut into small pieces
- 1 cup diced tomatoes canned or fresh
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup chopped cabbage
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 cup cooked pasta or rice optional
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Heat the Oil
- Place a large soup pot over medium heat. Add olive oil and let it warm gently. Once the oil shimmers, it is ready. Heating the oil first helps vegetables cook evenly and release flavor.
Cook Onion and Garlic
- Add chopped onion to the pot. Stir and cook for about three minutes. The onion should soften and turn slightly golden. Add minced garlic and cook for one more minute. Stir often to prevent burning.
Add Carrots and Celery
- Now add sliced carrots and celery. Stir everything together. Cook for five minutes. These vegetables create the base flavor. They should soften slightly but not turn brown.
Add Remaining Vegetables
- Add zucchini, green beans, cabbage, and diced tomatoes. Stir gently. The pot will look colorful and fresh. Let the vegetables cook together for about three minutes before adding broth.
Pour in Vegetable Broth
- Carefully pour vegetable broth into the pot. Stir well to combine everything. Increase heat slightly and bring the soup to a gentle boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to low.
Add Herbs and Seasoning
- Add dried thyme and oregano. Sprinkle salt and black pepper to taste. Stir gently. Cover the pot and let the soup simmer for 20 minutes. This allows flavors to blend beautifully.
Add Pasta or Rice (Optional)
- If you like a heartier soup, add cooked pasta or rice. Stir and cook for five more minutes. This makes the soup more filling and perfect for dinner.
Taste and Adjust
- Taste the soup carefully. Adjust salt and pepper if needed. You can also add a squeeze of lemon for brightness. Small changes can enhance the flavor.
Serve and Garnish
- Turn off the heat. Ladle the soup into bowls. Sprinkle fresh parsley on top. Serve warm and enjoy every comforting spoonful.
Notes
- Use seasonal vegetables for best flavor.
- Add spinach or kale at the end for extra greens.
- Include white beans for more protein.
- Add a small pinch of chili flakes for heat.
- Use homemade vegetable broth for deeper taste.
- Add a splash of lemon juice before serving.