Jun 09 2026
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Soup & Salad 3 Recipe

Inspired by The Monarch
Time50m
Serves4

Make Soup & Salad 3 Recipe in just 50m. 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 until translucent, about 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add Garlic and Other Veggies

    Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery. Cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

  3. 3

    Add Broth and Tomatoes

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

  4. 4

    Simmer the Soup

    Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.

  5. 5

    Finish with Spinach

    Stir in the chopped fresh spinach and simmer for an additional 5 minutes. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Salad Directions

  1. 6

    Prepare the Salad Base

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

  2. 7

    Make the Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper.

  3. 8

    Combine Salad and Dressing

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

  4. 9

    Serve

    Serve the salad alongside the warm soup for a refreshing meal.

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