Hearty Veggie Soup (Zero Waste Style)

Hearty Veggie Soup (Zero Waste Style)

A warm, nourishing soup that uses leftover veggies to create a comforting classic — perfect for cozy nights.

Ingredients

• 4 cups mixed vegetable scraps (carrot peels, celery ends, onion skins, etc.)

• 2 medium potatoes, diced

• 1 cup chopped carrots

• 1 cup chopped celery

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 8 cups water or vegetable stock

• 1 bay leaf

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp herbs de Provence (or thyme + rosemary mix)

Instructions

1. Make the Broth:
   Place all vegetable scraps, water, bay leaf, and garlic in a large pot.
   Simmer for 45 minutes, then strain and discard scraps.

2. Cook the Soup:
   Add diced potatoes, carrots, celery, herbs, salt, and pepper to the broth.
   Simmer 25–30 minutes until vegetables are tender.

3. Finish & Serve:
   Adjust seasoning to taste.
   Serve hot with crusty bread or grated cheese on top for comfort.