Description
Warm your soul with this cozy Million Dollar Soup, a perfect blend of vibrant vegetables, aromatic herbs, and hearty beans. Each spoonful is a comforting hug on chilly nights, making it an ideal weeknight dinner. Quick and easy to prepare, this delicious soup is customizable to fit your pantry staples. Enjoy it alone or with crusty bread for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 (15 oz) can beans (any variety), rinsed
- 1 tsp dried basil (or 1 tbsp fresh)
- 1 tsp dried thyme (or 1 tbsp fresh)
- 1 cup small pasta (optional, like ditalini)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onions and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic, carrots, and celery; cook for another 5 minutes until veggies soften.
- Pour in diced tomatoes with juices and vegetable broth; bring to a gentle boil.
- Add beans and herbs; simmer for 15-20 minutes to meld flavors.
- If using pasta, cook separately according to package instructions; drain and add to soup before serving.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg