Spanish Garlic and Vegetable Soup Recipe

This Spanish Garlic and Vegetable Soup is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for chilly nights. Made with a flavorful and aromatic base of garlic, onions, and bell peppers, this soup is packed with nutritious vegetables and seasoned with traditional Spanish spices. It is easy to make and can be served as a starter or a main course. Give this soup a try and warm up with a bowl of comforting flavors.

Ingredients

• 6 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 zucchinis, diced
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for cooking
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
3. Add the diced onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper to the pot. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the diced carrots and zucchinis, and cook for another 5 minutes.
5. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the soup to a boil.
6. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
7. Stir in the tomato paste, smoked paprika, dried oregano, and dried thyme. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Simmer for another 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
9. Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

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