Jul 14 2026

Salad/soup 5 Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Make Salad/soup 5 Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Soup Ingredients

Method

Salad Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Rinse the mixed greens thoroughly under cold water and spin dry. Halve the cherry tomatoes, peel and slice the cucumber, and thinly slice the red onion.

  2. 2

    Assemble the Salad

    In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and feta cheese.

  3. 3

    Make the Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

  4. 4

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Soup Directions

  1. 5

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then add chopped carrots and celery, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until softened.

  2. 6

    Add the Broth and Tomatoes

    Pour in the vegetable broth and add the diced tomatoes, stirring to combine.

  3. 7

    Simmer the Soup

    Add the green beans, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes.

  4. 8

    Finish with Parsley

    Remove the bay leaf and stir in the chopped parsley before serving.

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