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By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-05 · Updated 2026-04-05

A comforting bowl of vegetable soup featuring a colorful medley of root vegetables, herbs, and a hint of lemon for a bright finish. Perfect for when you need a warm, code-free break. This American-inspired soup recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs carrots, celery, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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 medium, diced into 1/2-inch cubes carrots
• 2 stalks, finely chopped celery
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 2 medium, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes potatoes
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 medium diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent and starting to brown at the edges.
2. Step 2: Add 2 medium diced carrots, 2 stalks finely chopped celery, and 3 minced garlic cloves to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables begin to soften and release their aroma.
3. Step 3: Add 2 medium peeled and diced potatoes, 4 cups chicken broth, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp dried rosemary, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 25 minutes, or until all vegetables are tender.
4. Step 4: Stir in 1 tbsp lemon juice and remove from heat. Serve hot, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley if desired.