Description
Warm up your evenings with a comforting bowl of Slow Cooker Vegetable Soup. This easy-to-make dish bursts with vibrant flavors from fresh vegetables simmered to perfection. Ideal for cozy nights or as a nourishing remedy when you’re feeling under the weather, this soup offers a delightful medley of taste and nutrition in every spoonful. Plus, it’s customizable based on your favorite vegetables, making it a versatile addition to your meal planning.
Ingredients
- 2 cups carrots, chopped
- 2 cups celery, chopped
- 3 cups Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 1 cup zucchini, sliced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (packed in juice)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and chop all vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- Place the chopped carrots, celery, potatoes, zucchini, diced tomatoes, garlic, and onion into the slow cooker.
- Pour in the vegetable broth until all ingredients are submerged. Add thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper; stir gently.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until veggies are tender.
- About 30 minutes before serving, taste soup and adjust seasonings if necessary.
- Serve hot in bowls and enjoy with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, sauté onions and garlic before adding them to the slow cooker. Customize by including legumes like lentils or beans for added protein. A splash of lemon juice right before serving brightens the flavors beautifully.