Summer Vegetable and Herb Broth

French · Summer · 30 min · Serves 4 · By Lesapor Test Kitchen

This simple, yet elegant broth captures the essence of summer with fresh, seasonal vegetables. It's a perfect light meal that's easy to prepare and highlights the natural flavors of its ingredients. A small touch of butter enriches the broth, lending a slight indulgence while keeping it healthy.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 cups vegetable stock
• 2 small zucchini, sliced
• 8 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup fresh peas
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
• Flaky sea salt, to taste
• Black pepper, to taste
• Olive oil, for drizzling

Method

1. In a large pot, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 4 minutes.
3. Pour in the vegetable stock and bring to a gentle simmer.
4. Add the sliced zucchini, halved cherry tomatoes, and fresh peas to the pot. Simmer for 10 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
5. Stir in the fresh basil and season the broth with flaky sea salt and black pepper to taste.
6. Ladle the broth into bowls and drizzle with a bit of olive oil before serving.