Vegetable Soup (Coral Tree Cafe) Recipe

Name: Vegetable Soup (Coral Tree Cafe)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 cups onions, diced; 2 cups carrots, diced; 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced; 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped; 3/4 cup pearl barley; 1 quart vegetable broth; 1 1/2 cups prepared marinara sauce; 2 cups mushrooms, quartered; 2 cups zucchini, diced; kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1
Heat a heavy bottomed pot over medium heat; add oil, onions, carrots, bell pepper, thyme, and barley.
2
Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables begin to brown, about 18 minutes.
3
Stir in the vegetable broth and marinara sauce; cover and increase heat until mixture boils.
4
Reduce heat to a gentle simmer and allow to cook until the barley is al dente, 6 to 8 minutes.
5
Stir in the mushrooms and zucchini; season to taste with salt and pepper.
6
Cover and continue to simmer until mushrooms and zucchini are just tender, 4 to 6 minutes.
7
Remove from heat, add a little water to thin soup if it has become too thick; adjust seasonings and serve.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 cups onions, diced, 2 cups carrots, diced, 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced, and more.

Yes, Vegetable Soup (Coral Tree Cafe) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Vegetable Soup (Coral Tree Cafe)

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Variations & substitutions

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