Name: Delicious Creamy Vegetable Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil or butter; 1 large yellow onion, chopped; 2 carrots, peeled and chopped; 2 celery stalks, chopped; 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced (e.g., Yukon Gold or Russet); 1 zucchini, chopped; 1 cup green beans, trimmed and halved; ½ cup frozen peas; ½ cup frozen corn; 4 cups vegetable broth (or chicken stock); ½ cup heavy cream, half-and-half, or dairy-free alternative (e.g., cashew cream, full-fat coconut milk); 1 tsp dried thyme (or 1 tbsp fresh); 1 bay leaf; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; Optional: Squeeze of lemon juice, fresh parsley or chives for garnish

Description

Discover how to make a delicious creamy vegetable soup with our step-by-step recipe. Easy to make and bursting with the best flavors!

Ingredients

Scale

2 tbsp olive oil or butter
1 large yellow onion, chopped
2 carrots, peeled and chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced (e.g., Yukon Gold or Russet)
1 zucchini, chopped
1 cup green beans, trimmed and halved
½ cup frozen peas
½ cup frozen corn
4 cups vegetable broth (or chicken stock)
½ cup heavy cream, half-and-half, or dairy-free alternative (e.g., cashew cream, full-fat coconut milk)
1 tsp dried thyme (or 1 tbsp fresh)
1 bay leaf
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Optional: Squeeze of lemon juice, fresh parsley or chives for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Sauté Aromatics. Heat olive oil or melt butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 8-10 minutes until softened and translucent.
Step 2: Add Vegetables and Broth. Stir in diced potatoes, zucchini, green beans, dried thyme, and bay leaf. Pour in the vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until all vegetables are fork-tender.
Step 3: Blend the Soup. Remove the bay leaf. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup directly in the pot until smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup in batches to a stand blender (vent the lid!) and blend until creamy. Return all blended soup to the pot.
Step 4: Finish and Season. Stir in the frozen peas and corn. Add the heavy cream (or alternative) and heat gently for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly (do not boil). Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice if desired.
Step 5: Serve. Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or chives, if using. Enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins