The recipe for Grandmother's vegetable soup with Parmesan croutons

Elizabeth's grandmother taught her how to make this vegetable soup. It is a delicious and healthy meal that is great for people who are trying to lose weight. Great for a filling meal, this soup is full of fresh veggies and finished with homemade Parmesan croutons. This tasty recipe has everything you need to know about it:


Overview of the Ingredients:
For the soup:

Onion: Gives it a delicious base taste.
Olive oil: This healthy fat is used to sauté the veggies.
Vegetables like celery, carrots, courgette (also called zucchini), potatoes, and sweet red and orange peppers add different tastes, textures, and nutrients to food.
Spices like chili pepper and garlic add some heat and depth of flavor.
Salt, black pepper, and thyme are all important spices that make the soup taste better overall.
Vegetable broth: This is what the soup is made of and it gives it strength and depth.
Frozen peas: They add a little sweetness and extra nutrition.
Fresh parsley gives food a pop of color and a fresh taste.
For the croutons with parmesan:

Bread: Cut into cubes to make the croutons' base.
Adding olive oil to the bread cubes makes them crispy and tasty.
Salt, dried garlic, Parmesan cheese, and thyme are seasonings that give the croutons a tasty, spicy crunch.
Details on how to get there:
1. Get the soup ready: