Slow Cooker Vegetable Soup
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It’s soup season, and what better way to warm up on a chilly day than with a bowl of Slow Cooker Vegetable Soup? This easy recipe is packed with fresh vegetables and comforting flavours, and it's sure to become a new family favourite.
This Slow Cooker Vegetable Soup is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients that are essential for good health. The vegetables in this soup are a good source of vitamins A, C, and K, fibre, and potassium. This soup is also low in fat and calories, making it an excellent option for those looking to maintain a healthy weight.
Ingredients:
1 brown onion, chopped
1 carrot, peeled and chopped
1 celery stalk, rinsed and chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 can diced tomatoes, undrained
2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
1 cup of green beans, chopped
2 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/4 cups frozen or fresh corn kernels
1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions:
1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery and cook for 4 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant. Remove from heat and transfer to a slow cooker.
2. Get your slow cooker and add diced tomatoes, potatoes, and green beans.
3. Cover with vegetable broth, and add salt, pepper, thyme, and bay leaves.
4. Cover and set the slow cooker to high for 4 hours or low for 6 to 8 hours.
5. Add corn for the last hour of cooking. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Remove the bay leaves, sprinkle the slow cooker vegetable soup with fresh chopped parsley, and serve immediately.
To make this dish extra special, top it with some shredded cheese, croutons, or a dollop of sour cream.
For those who want an alternative recipe with video instructions, check out the video below:
We're confident you'll love this Slow Cooker Vegetable Soup, but if you're not sold yet, give it a try and let us know what you think in the comments.
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