Zeleninová polévka s fazolemi

Ingredients

• 2 medium carrots
• 2 medium potatoes
• 1 can beans
• 2 stalks celery
• 1 medium onions
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 tablespoon parsley
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

1. 1

   Start by prepping your vegetables. Peel and dice the carrots and potatoes into small cubes. Chop the celery and onion finely. Mince the garlic.

2. 2

   In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they become translucent.

3. 3

   Add the minced garlic to the pot and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

4. 4

   Stir in the diced carrots, potatoes, and celery. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5. 5

   Pour in 4 cups of vegetable broth and add the drained beans, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.

6. 6

   Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

7. 7

   Remove the bay leaf and stir in the lemon juice and chopped parsley for added flavor.

8. 8

   Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.