Jun 09 2026
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Soup & Salad 6 Recipe

Inspired by The Monarch
Time45m
Serves4

Make Soup & Salad 6 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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For the Soup

For the Salad

Method

For the Soup

  1. 1

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of 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 another minute until fragrant.

  2. 2

    Add Carrots and Celery

    Add the diced carrots and celery to the pot. Sauté for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

  3. 3

    Combine with Broth and Tomatoes

    Pour in the vegetable broth and add the canned diced tomatoes (with juices). Stir in the dried basil, salt, and black pepper.

  4. 4

    Simmer the Soup

    Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let simmer for 20 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

  5. 5

    Finish with Spinach

    Stir in the fresh spinach and cook for an additional 5 minutes until wilted. Adjust seasoning with extra salt and pepper if needed.

For the Salad

  1. 6

    Prepare the Salad Ingredients

    In a large 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 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper to taste.

  3. 8

    Toss the Salad

    Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients.

  4. 9

    Add Feta Cheese

    Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the salad and give it a final gentle toss before serving.

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