Vegetable Soup
is commonly prepared using broth or diced tomatoes and vegetables. The basics on how to prepare this meal, health benefits, and recipe will briefly be provided in this article. There are many ways to make vegetable soup. You can add or take away ingredients depending on your specific taste and health benefits you want to achieve. Multiple studies have found that soup can make you feel fuller for longer; thus, helping you eat less throughout the day. Luckily, vegetable soup is relatively easy to make and does not require a lot of time or effort. Below is a list of health benefits, recipe, and preparation:
- Low calories
- Antioxidants
- Lower sodium levels
- Nutrient dense and fulfilling
Preparation
You need the vegetables of your choice and cut the into bite size pieces.
- Diced Tomatoes or Vegetable broth
- Pot
- Knife and cutting board.
- Seasoning/flavoring (salt and pepper)
Recipe Suggestions

- Add the vegetables of your choice (cut into bite size pieces when needed). Below is a recommended list
- Sweet potatoes or regular potatoes
- Butternut squash
- Green beans
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Bell pepper
- Cauliflower
- Zucchini or yellow squash
- Fresh greens: Kale, collard greens, chard, or spinach
Cook
- Add Vegetable broth
- Add flavors like bay leaves, pepper, and salt.
- Stir, Cover, and let simmer for around 25 minutes.