Mix Vegetable Soup

Ingredients:

½ small carrot, diced

½ small capsicum (bell pepper), diced

¼ cup cabbage, shredded

¼ cup beans, chopped

¼ small onion, finely chopped

1 small tomato, finely chopped

1 garlic clove, minced

½ teaspoon black pepper

¼ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)

1 teaspoon oil

1½ cups water or vegetable broth

½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)

1 teaspoon cornflour mixed in 2 tablespoons water (optional, for slightly thick soup)

Fresh coriander or spring onion greens, for garnish

Directions:

Heat oil or butter in a small pot.

Add garlic and onion. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until translucent.

Add carrots, beans, and capsicum. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes.

Add cabbage and tomatoes. Sauté for another 1 minute.

Pour in water or broth, add salt, pepper, and chili flakes.

Bring it to a boil, then simmer for 5–7 minutes until veggies are just tender (but not mushy).

Stir in the cornflour-water mix and cook for 1–2 minutes more for a slightly thicker consistency. (Optional)

Turn off the heat, garnish with fresh coriander or spring onion greens.

Serve hot with a squeeze of lemon juice if you like!