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Simple Vegetable Soup Recipe

It's easy to prepare, made with fresh and healthy ingredients, and packed with nutrients. Plus, it's versatile enough to be enjoyed year-round, whether you're in the mood for a light summer soup or a hearty winter meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Course Soup
Servings 4
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • Measuring spoons
  • Kitchen knife
  • Stove
  • Pot

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped carrot
  • 1/2 cup chopped turnip
  • 1-2 medium celery stalks chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped sweet herbs such as parsley, thyme, or rosemary
  • 1/4 pound butter or drippings
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 quarts water

Instructions
 

  • Wash the equal quantities of onions, carrots, and turnips well, and cut up into stew-pan with the butter and sugar.
  • Stir them over the fire for ten minutes, not letting them brown.
  • Then pour the boiling water or stock over them, and add the celery, herbs and seasoning.
  • Stew all for three hours, and flavor with a little ketchup.

Notes

Nutritional Facts:
Per serving:
  • Calories 150
  • Fat 8g
  • Carbohydrates 27g
  • Protein 4g
  • Fiber 4g
  • Sugar 2g
  • Sodium 200mg.
Keyword simple soup, soup, vegetables