Healing Vegetable Soup

Healing Vegetable Soup
Ingredients:

• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 leeks, chopped
• 2 stalks of celery, chopped
• 1 carrot, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 2 potatoes, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 chili pepper, minced (optional, for spice)
• 6 cups vegetable broth (or water)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon turmeric (optional, for anti-inflammatory benefits)
• Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and chop all the vegetables (onion, leeks, celery, carrot, red pepper, zucchini, potatoes, garlic, and chili pepper if using).
2. Sauté the Vegetables: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, leeks, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened and translucent.
3. Add the Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add Remaining Vegetables: Add the carrot, red bell pepper, zucchini, and potatoes to the pot. Stir to combine.
5. Add the Broth: Pour in the vegetable broth or water. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.