Vegetable Soup with Basil Pistou

Name: Vegetable Soup with Basil Pistou
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, celery, zucchini); 1 small onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic; 4 cups vegetable broth; Salt and pepper to taste; 2 tbsp fresh basil; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp Parmesan (optional)

🗒 Breakfast 🗒 Dinner 🍽 American

A wholesome soup rich in vitamins and flavor.

A hearty vegetable soup topped with a fragrant basil pistou, perfect for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, celery, zucchini)
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic
4 cups vegetable broth
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp fresh basil
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp Parmesan (optional)

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a pot, sauté onion and garlic for 2-3 minutes.
Add vegetables and broth, bring to simmer for 20 minutes.
Blend basil, olive oil, and Parmesan for pistou.
Serve soup with a spoonful of pistou on top.

Expert Tips

Add beans or lentils for extra protein. | Use seasonal vegetables for best taste.

Recipe Notes

Pistou can be made ahead and stored.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I freeze soup?

Yes, freeze without pistou.

Can I use dried basil?

Dried basil can be used but fresh is better.

Prep Time10 minutes

Cook Time25 minutes

Servings4 servings

Rating4.9/5 (95)

Maria Bakkers

A home cook and recipe creator from the United States. With a background in Hospitality and Catering, I love turning everyday ingredients into simple, family-friendly meals. When I’m not in the kitchen, I enjoy camping with my husband and our two children. On The Fry Pans, I share easy recipes, cooking tips, and honest kitchen tool reviews to help families cook smarter and eat better.

While Maria develops all our recipes, we want to provide the most accurate health information. This article was medically reviewed by Dr. Farzana Antu, BSc, MS, MPH (North South University) Nutrition and Food Science, to ensure accuracy.