{"id":"recipe_4d221f8d40","slug":"mediterranean-vegetable-soup","title":"Mediterranean Vegetable Soup","description":"A comforting and vibrant Mediterranean-style vegetable soup, rich in flavor and packed with fresh produce and aromatic herbs.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":25,"totalMinutes":40,"activeMinutes":15},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"2 tablespoons olive oil","name":"Olive Oil","quantity":30,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"liquid","notes":"extra virgin","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"1 medium onion, chopped","name":"Onion","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"chopped","notes":"medium","group":"aromatics","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"3 garlic cloves, minced","name":"Garlic","quantity":3,"unit":"clove","usQuantity":3,"usUnit":"clove","form":"minced","notes":"","group":"aromatics","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"2 carrots, diced","name":"Carrots","quantity":2,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"piece","form":"diced","notes":"","group":"vegetables","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"2 celery stalks, diced","name":"Celery","quantity":2,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"piece","form":"diced","notes":"","group":"vegetables","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced","name":"Potatoes","quantity":2,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"piece","form":"diced","notes":"peeled","group":"vegetables","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"1 medium zucchini, diced","name":"Zucchini","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"diced","notes":"medium","group":"vegetables","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"1.5 liters vegetable broth","name":"Vegetable Broth","quantity":1.5,"unit":"l","usQuantity":"6 1/3","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"low sodium preferred","group":"liquid","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-9","original":"1 teaspoon dried oregano","name":"Oregano","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"dried","notes":"","group":"seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-10","original":"Salt to taste","name":"Salt","quantity":1,"unit":"pinch","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"pinch","form":"fine","notes":"to taste","group":"seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-11","original":"Black pepper to taste","name":"Black Pepper","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp","usQuantity":0.5,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"ground","notes":"to taste","group":"seasoning","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.","group":"Preparation","title":"Heat the olive oil","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.","group":"Cooking","title":"Add the chopped onion and sauté","timerMinutes":6,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Add the carrots, celery, and potatoes. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.","group":"Cooking","title":"Add the carrots, celery, and potatoes","timerMinutes":7,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Stir in the zucchini, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Pour in the vegetable broth.","group":"Cooking","title":"Stir in the zucchini, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until all vegetables are tender.","group":"Simmering","title":"Bring the soup to a boil","timerMinutes":25,"sourceTitle":"Simmering"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot.","group":"Serving","title":"Taste and adjust seasoning","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"You can add a squeeze of lemon juice at the end to brighten the flavors. For a heartier version, add half a cup of cooked pasta or chickpeas.","cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Middle Eastern"]},"course":["soup"],"cookingMethod":["simmer","saute","boil"],"equipment":["Large soup pot","Chef's knife","Cutting board","Wooden spoon"],"diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","low_fat","mediterranean"],"allergens":["celery"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":4,"unit":"bowl","note":"Standard serving size"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"This soup develops better flavor the next day. Can be made entirely ahead of time."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container once cooled.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat on the stovetop over medium heat until steaming."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_4d221f8d40%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=8a2ae7be-d915-4479-9518-b5881897acdf","imageAlt":"Mediterranean Vegetable Soup — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["vegetable soup","healthy","mediterranean","vegan","hearty","one pot"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Mediterranean Vegetable Soup","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T02:29:54.989Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T02:29:54.989Z","related":[{"id":"tarhana_corbas_81bc64623a","slug":"tarhana-soup-tarhana-corbas","title":"Tarhana Soup (Tarhana Çorbası)","description":"A traditional, nutrient-dense Turkish soup made from fermented and dried tarhana powder, simmered with garlic, tomato paste, and aromatic dried mint.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Turkish"]},"course":["soup"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","high_protein","mediterranean"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Ftarhana_corbas_81bc64623a%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=b0ff29b3-56e3-4901-a7f1-2e1ed2d57f6c","imageAlt":"Tarhana Soup (Tarhana Çorbası) — recipe cover","tags":["soup","turkish","fermented","probiotic","mediterranean","healthy","comfort food"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":9,"stepCount":7},{"id":"recipe_164c4cf980","slug":"trahanas-soup-trachanosoupa","title":"Trahanas Soup (Trachanósoupa)","description":"A comforting, traditional Greek soup made with trahanas, a unique fermented grain product. This soup is creamy, tangy, and perfect for cold nights.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":25,"activeMinutes":5},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Greek"]},"course":["soup"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","mediterranean"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_164c4cf980%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=2d6ac418-9d46-43af-8c90-1902513a5d57","imageAlt":"Trahanas Soup (Trachanósoupa) — recipe cover","tags":["soup","greek","comfort food","trahanas","mediterranean","traditional"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":6,"stepCount":5},{"id":"recipe_41d1f7440b","slug":"avgolemono-greek-lemon-egg-soup","title":"Avgolemono (Greek Lemon-Egg Soup)","description":"A silky, creamy, and bright Mediterranean classic. This comforting soup uses a traditional egg-lemon emulsion to create a rich texture without any dairy, perfectly balancing savory chicken broth with zesty citrus.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":30,"totalMinutes":45,"activeMinutes":20},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Greek"]},"course":["soup"],"difficulty":"medium","diet":["mediterranean","high_protein"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_41d1f7440b%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=5b867420-205a-43c6-a3bf-713b9092bc20","imageAlt":"Avgolemono (Greek Lemon-Egg Soup) — recipe cover","tags":["greek","lemon","soup","creamy","healthy","comfort food"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":7,"stepCount":6}]}