# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 medium onion, diced
02 - 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
03 - 2 celery stalks, sliced
04 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1 zucchini, diced
06 - 2 cups broccoli florets
→ Aromatics
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, peeled and grated
08 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
→ Broth and Seasoning
09 - 6 cups vegetable broth, gluten-free
10 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
11 - 1 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
12 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
13 - 1 tablespoon tamari or soy sauce, optional
→ Garnish
14 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
15 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil, optional
# Steps:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, sliced carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
02 - Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the pot. Cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
03 - Stir in diced bell pepper, zucchini, and broccoli florets. Cook for 3 additional minutes.
04 - Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to a gentle simmer.
05 - Add sea salt, freshly ground black pepper, and tamari if desired. Simmer uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes until vegetables are tender but retain their texture.
06 - Sample the soup and adjust seasoning to your preference.
07 - Ladle soup into bowls. Drizzle with sesame oil and sprinkle with fresh herbs before serving.
