Description
Indulge in the heartwarming delight of this budget-friendly fish soup, perfect for chilly evenings or unexpected guests. Packed with fresh fish, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic herbs, this nourishing dish is not only easy to prepare but also customizable based on your pantry staples. In just a few simple steps, you can create a flavorful masterpiece that feels like a cozy hug in a bowl.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh white fish fillets (cod or tilapia)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 medium carrots, thinly sliced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or dill
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Wash and chop vegetables; mince the garlic.
- Sauté aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (1–2 minutes).
- Add vegetables: Stir in diced carrots and celery; cook until slightly softened (about 5 minutes).
- Pour in broth: Add vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cook fish: Gently place fish fillets into the pot and cook for 8–10 minutes until they flake easily with a fork.
- Season: Stir in lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Soup
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg