Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsPasta Garage Italian Cafe$9.99 Duo With Salad And Bowl Of Soup Recipe

$9.99 Duo With Salad And Bowl Of Soup Recipe

Time40m
Serves2

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Soup Ingredients

Method

Salad Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Wash and chop the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.

  2. 2

    Assemble the Salad

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

  3. 3

    Make the Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together the 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. Set aside.

Soup Preparation

  1. 5

    Sauté the Aromatics

    In a large pot, heat a splash of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.

  2. 6

    Add Garlic and Spices

    Mince the garlic and add it to the pot along with the thyme and bay leaf. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

  3. 7

    Add the Broth

    Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to a simmer.

  4. 8

    Season the Soup

    Add salt and black pepper to taste. Let the soup simmer for 20-25 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.

  5. 9

    Finish and Serve

    Remove the bay leaf before serving. Ladle the soup into bowls and serve alongside the prepared salad.

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