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Spicy Vegetable Soup

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 180
A hearty and flavorful vegetable soup packed with spices, herbs, and fresh greens, perfect for a warming meal.

Ingredients

Vegetables

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium leek (thinly sliced, light green and white parts only)
  • 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
  • 2 stalks celery (diced)
  • 1 large carrot (peeled and cut into rounds)
  • 1 medium bell pepper (diced)
  • 2 whole jalapeños (diced, seeds removed if less spicy)
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt (to taste)
  • 10 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest (zest of 2 lemons)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (minced, optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, to taste)
  • 8 cups green cabbage (about 1 head, core removed, roughly diced)
  • 16 ounces mushrooms (thinly sliced)
  • 1 medium zucchini (cut into half moons)
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 3.5 cups crushed tomatoes (about 28 ounces or 1 large can)
  • 3 whole bay leaves
  • 2 cups baby spinach (about 8 ounces)
  • 2 cups fresh cilantro (chopped and divided, about 1 bunch)
  • 2 cups fresh parsley (chopped and divided, about 1 bunch)
  • 0.5 cup green onions (sliced into rounds, divided, about 5)
  • 0.25 cup lemon juice (juice of 2 lemons)

Instructions 

  • Sauté leeks, onions, carrots, celery, jalapeños, and bell peppers in olive oil with salt until softened (~7-10 min).
  • Add garlic, lemon zest, herbs, and spices; cook until fragrant (~30 sec to 1 min).
  • Add cabbage, zucchini, and mushrooms; cook briefly (~2-3 min).
  • Pour in broth, crushed tomatoes, and bay leaves; bring to a boil, then simmer for 15-20 min.
  • Remove bay leaves, stir in greens and lemon juice; season to taste. Serve topped with fresh herbs and green onions.

Notes

Adjust seasonings to your preference and enjoy a nutritious, spicy soup.
Calories: 180kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Keyword: Vegetables