Jun 09 2026
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Soup & Salad 1 Recipe

Inspired by The Monarch
Time45m
Serves4

Make Soup & Salad 1 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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Soup Ingredients

Salad Ingredients

Method

Soup Directions

  1. 1

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

  2. 2

    Add the Carrots and Celery

    Add the diced carrots and celery to the pot. Stir well and cook for about 5 minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften.

  3. 3

    Pour in the Broth

    Pour in the vegetable broth and add the diced tomatoes, bay leaf, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.

  4. 4

    Simmer the Soup

    Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

  5. 5

    Add Spinach

    Stir in the fresh spinach and cook for an additional 5 minutes until wilted. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Salad Directions

  1. 6

    Prepare the Salad Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion.

  2. 7

    Make the Dressing

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

  3. 8

    Toss the Salad

    Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine. Top with crumbled feta cheese.

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