Davis Vegetable Soup
Vibrant soup with seasonal vegetables simmered in savory broth for a nourishing meal. This american-inspired soups ready in about 50 minutes pairs tablespoons olive oil, large, diced onion, diced carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large, diced onion
- 2, diced carrots
- 2 stalks, diced celery
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups (peas, corn, green beans) mixed vegetables
- 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery; cook 5 minutes until softened.
- Step 2: Add minced garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Pour in 4 cups vegetable broth, 1 can diced tomatoes, and 1 teaspoon dried oregano. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes.
- Step 4: Stir in 2 cups mixed vegetables and simmer 10 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Davis Vegetable Soup take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Davis Vegetable Soup?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep tablespoons olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Davis Vegetable Soup?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Davis Vegetable Soup for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Davis Vegetable Soup?
American soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
This soup was a hit with my family! The vegetables were fresh and the flavor was perfect.
- ★★★★★
Loved the simplicity and the taste. Made it for my husband and he couldn't stop eating it.
- ★★★★☆
Takes a bit longer to cook than expected, but the results are worth it.
