Description
Warm your soul with this budget-friendly fish soup, a delightful blend of fresh white fish, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic herbs. Perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings, this easy-to-make dish transforms simple ingredients into a comforting feast that’s both satisfying and wallet-friendly.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb white fish fillets (cod or tilapia)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 medium sweet onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley or dill, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic over medium heat until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add the diced carrots and celery; cook for another 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add the white fish fillets and cook until opaque and flaky (approximately 7-10 minutes).
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in fresh herbs and lemon juice before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, consider using homemade vegetable broth. Feel free to substitute seasonal vegetables or experiment with spices like cumin or dill for a unique twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on the stove.