Soup/salad 5 Recipe
Make Soup/salad 5 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
Sauté the Vegetables
In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, diced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- 2
- 3
Simmer the Soup
Pour in the vegetable broth and add the diced tomatoes with their juice, chopped green beans, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 20-25 minutes.
- 4
Finish and Serve
Once the vegetables are tender, stir in the chopped parsley. Adjust seasoning if needed and serve hot.
Salad Directions
- 5
Prepare the Salad
In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion.
- 6
Make the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
- 7
Toss the Salad
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Top with crumbled feta cheese.
- 8
Serve
Serve immediately as a refreshing side to the soup.