Jun 09 2026
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Soup & Salad 5 Recipe

Inspired by The Monarch
Time40m
Serves4

Make Soup & Salad 5 Recipe in just 40m. 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 Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Salad

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

  2. 2

    Make the Dressing

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

  3. 3

    Combine

    Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.

Soup Preparation

  1. 4

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic, chopped carrots, and diced celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes, until the vegetables start to soften.

  2. 5

    Add Potato and Broth

    Add the diced potato, vegetable broth, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Bring to a boil.

  3. 6

    Simmer

    Reduce heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

  4. 7

    Blend (Optional)

    If you prefer a creamy soup, use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or blend in batches in a countertop blender.

  5. 8

    Serve

    Remove the bay leaf and serve the soup hot alongside the prepared salad.

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