Name: Traditional Hearty Mexican Caldo de Verduras: A Flavorful Vegetable Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 medium carrots, sliced; 2 celery stalks, sliced; 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced; 1 zucchini, diced; 1 chayote squash, peeled and diced; 1 cup green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 ear corn, cut into rounds; 1 large tomato, chopped; 8 cups vegetable broth; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; Salt and pepper to taste; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; Lime wedges, for serving

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Instructions

1
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté until softened, about 2 minutes.
2
Stir in carrots and celery; cook for 3 minutes.
3
Add potatoes, zucchini, chayote, green beans, corn, and tomato. Stir well.
4
Pour in vegetable broth. Add oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
5
Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 25-30 minutes, or until all vegetables are tender.
6
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Stir in fresh cilantro just before serving.
7
Ladle soup into bowls and serve hot with lime wedges on the side.

Traditional Hearty Mexican Caldo de Verduras: A Flavorful Vegetable Soup

Instructions

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