Hearty Longevity Soup is a nutritious and flavorful dish packed with vegetables and quinoa, perfect for promoting health and longevity.
Author:Adriana Rose
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:6 servings 1x
Category:Soup
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:Vegetarian
Diet:Vegan
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
1 medium zucchini, diced
1 cup mushrooms, sliced
1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
6 cups vegetable broth
1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
2 cups fresh spinach
Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
Add the carrots, celery, zucchini, mushrooms, and green beans to the pot. Sauté the vegetables for about 5-7 minutes until they start to soften.
Pour in the vegetable broth and diced tomatoes. Stir in the dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Once boiling, add the rinsed quinoa. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and the vegetables are tender.
Stir in the fresh spinach and lemon juice. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
For added protein, consider adding cooked chicken or beans.
Feel free to customize the vegetables based on what you have on hand or your personal preferences.