A velvety blend of oven-roasted seasonal vegetables, simmered with aromatic herbs and spices for a comforting, healthy bowl.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
02 - 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced
03 - 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
04 - 1 zucchini, chopped
05 - 1 red onion, peeled and quartered
06 - 2 cloves garlic, peeled
07 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Broth & Seasoning
08 - 4 cups vegetable broth
09 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
10 - 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
11 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
12 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
→ Garnish
13 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
14 - Extra virgin olive oil for drizzling
15 - Croutons or toasted seeds optional
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Arrange carrots, sweet potato, red bell pepper, zucchini, red onion, and garlic on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat evenly. Season with salt, pepper, thyme, rosemary, and smoked paprika.
03 - Roast for 30 to 35 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking, until vegetables are golden brown and tender.
04 - Transfer roasted vegetables to a large pot. Add vegetable broth and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Simmer for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
05 - Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until silky and smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer in batches to a countertop blender. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
06 - Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley, a drizzle of olive oil, and croutons or toasted seeds if desired.
