Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
2 stalks celery, diced
1 small sweet potato, peeled and cubed
1 medium zucchini, diced
1 cup butternut squash, peeled and cubed
1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, with their juice
4 cups vegetable broth
2 cups water
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 bay leaf
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the Base:
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the carrots and celery, cooking for another 5 minutes until they start to soften.
Add the Vegetables:
Stir in the sweet potato, zucchini, butternut squash, and green beans. Cook for a few minutes, just to start softening the added vegetables.
Simmer the Soup:
Add the diced tomatoes with their juice, vegetable broth, water, thyme, oregano, and bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for about 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Final Touches:
Add the kale and chickpeas to the pot. Stir well and continue to simmer for another 5 minutes, or until the kale is wilted and the chickpeas are heated through.
Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
Serve:
Ladle the soup into bowls. Garnish with fresh parsley and, if desired, a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
Feel free to adjust the types and amounts of vegetables based on what’s in season or what you have on hand.
For a heartier soup, you can add diced potatoes or swap chickpeas with another type of bean.
To make this soup a complete meal, serve it with crusty bread or a side salad.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
