Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMax's Oyster BarSeasonal Soup Recipe

Seasonal Soup Recipe

Inspired by Max's Oyster Bar
Time50m
Serves6

Chefs daily soup creation

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Seasonal Vegetables

Herbs and Spices

Optional Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Wash, peel, and chop all vegetables as indicated in the ingredients list.

  2. 2

    Heat the Oil

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sauté the Base Ingredients

    Add the diced onion, minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery to the pot. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until the onions become translucent.

  2. 4

    Add the Broth and Potatoes

    Pour in the vegetable broth and add the cubed potatoes. Bring the mixture to a boil.

  3. 5

    Incorporate Seasonal Vegetables

    Once boiling, add the diced zucchini, chopped spinach, and diced tomatoes. Stir to combine.

  4. 6

    Season the Soup

    Add the dried thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Stir well and let the soup simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until all vegetables are tender.

Serving

  1. 7

    Garnish and Serve

    Remove the bay leaf. If desired, serve the soup hot with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley as garnish.

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