This hearty vegetable soup is warm, comforting, flavorful, and packed with colorful vegetables. It’s an easy homemade meal for a light lunch or dinner, and it’s especially satisfying on a chilly day.
Ingredients
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 leeks, cleaned and chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 2 potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 chili pepper, minced, optional
- 6 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1–2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice, optional
Step 1: Prepare the vegetables
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