Easy Vegetable and Bean Soup

Indian · Summer · 40 min · Serves 4 · By The Lesapor Kitchen

This easy-to-make vegetable and bean soup is perfect for a healthy summer dinner. It's packed with fresh veggies and beans, making it both nutritious and satisfying.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups zucchini, diced
• 1 cup carrots, sliced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Method

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the zucchini, carrots, and ground cumin. Cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
4. Add the cannellini beans and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.