Description
Lazy Day Soup is a no‑fuss, all‑flavor comfort classic—simple enough for a relaxed day, yet hearty and satisfying enough to feel like a proper homemade meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 (14‑oz) can diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, green beans)
- 1 (14‑oz) can white beans or cannellini beans, drained & rinsed
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning (or ½ tsp each oregano + basil)
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 cups chopped fresh spinach or kale (optional, for extra green)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent and fragrant (about 3‑4 minutes).
- Add the diced tomatoes with their juices, the broth, frozen vegetables, beans, and Italian seasoning. Stir to combine.
- Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and allow to simmer for about 10–12 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
- If using greens (spinach or kale), stir them in during the last 2 minutes of cooking until wilted.
- Taste and adjust seasoning—add more salt or pepper if needed. Ladle into bowls and top with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Serve warm with crusty bread or a side salad for a relaxed, comforting meal.
Notes
- Use whatever frozen vegetables you have on hand—this recipe is all about flexibility and ease.
- For a vegan version, skip the Parmesan cheese (or use a dairy‑free alternative) and use vegetable broth. The flavor stays deeply comforting.
- If you’d like a thicker soup, mash about ½ cup of the beans with a fork before adding, or reduce the broth by about ½ cup.
- Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently and you may need to add a splash of broth if the soup has thickened.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup, Comfort Food
- Method: Stovetop one‑pot
- Cuisine: Easy/Everyday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx.)
- Calories: Approx. 180 kcal
- Sugar: Approx. 4 g
- Sodium: Approx. 550 mg
- Fat: Approx. 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 28 g
- Fiber: Approx. 6 g
- Protein: Approx. 9 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
Keywords: lazy day soup, no‑fuss soup recipe, easy comfort soup, one‑pot soup, quick hearty soup