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Bowl of comforting one-pot creamy vegetable soup garnished with herbs

Comforting One-Pot Creamy Vegetable Soup

A creamy and dreamy one-pot soup packed with vibrant vegetables, perfect for chilly days or cozy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup onion, chopped
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
Soup ingredients
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., zucchini, green beans, peas)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • Fresh herbs (e.g., parsley, thyme) for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until veggies are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add garlic and cook for another minute.
Cooking
  1. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
  2. Add mixed vegetables and cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
  3. Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Allow to simmer for a few more minutes.
Serving
  1. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs and alongside some crusty bread.

Notes

For a lighter version, use coconut milk or half-and-half instead of heavy cream. Add some crushed red pepper flakes for a kick. This soup can also be made vegan by using a plant-based cream alternative.