This hearty and flavorful soup is perfect for a cozy meal, combining fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs.
Prepare the vegetables by washing and chopping the spinach, carrots, celery, and onion.
Chop the vegetables into even sizes for uniform cooking.
Mince the garlic cloves.
Use a garlic press for quicker mincing.
Add all the prepared vegetables, garlic, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, bay leaves, basil, oregano, and red pepper flakes into the slow cooker.
Layer the ingredients with the broth on top to ensure even cooking.
Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on high for 4 hours.
Avoid opening the lid during cooking to maintain the temperature.
Once cooked, remove the bay leaves and stir the soup well.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Pair with crusty bread for a complete meal.