Vegetable Soup with Oats for Weight Loss

Preparation Time: 40 minutes

Serves: 4 people

Ingredients:

1 cup oats

1 tbsp vegetable oil

2 cloves garlic (minced)

1 carrot (diced)

1 zucchini (diced)

1 broccoli head (chopped)

½ cup celery (chopped)

4 cups chicken broth

Salt (to taste)

Black pepper (to taste)

Fresh coriander (chopped, for garnish)

Instructions:

Sauté the Aromatics:

In a deep pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant and the onion becomes soft.

Add the Vegetables:

Add the carrot, zucchini, broccoli, and celery to the pot. Stir and sauté for about 2 minutes to combine the flavors.

Cook the Soup:

Add the oats and chicken broth to the pot. Stir well and season with salt and black pepper according to your taste.

Cover the pot and bring the mixture to a boil. Once it’s boiling, reduce the heat to medium and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the oats and vegetables are fully cooked and tender.

Serve:

Ladle the hot soup into bowls. Garnish with freshly chopped coriander for an extra burst of flavor.

Enjoy your healthy and delicious vegetable soup with oats, perfect for a light and nutritious meal, especially if you're following a weight-loss regimen!