Best 9 Easy Vegetable Soup I Recipes

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Are you looking for a quick, easy and delicious vegetable soup recipe? Look no further! This article provides you with a comprehensive guide to creating a flavorful and nutritious vegetable soup that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a beginner in the kitchen, this guide will provide you with all the necessary steps and ingredients to create a hearty and satisfying soup that's perfect for any occasion. From choosing the freshest vegetables to selecting the right seasonings, you'll learn everything you need to know to make a delicious vegetable soup that will be a hit with your family and friends. Let's get started!

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

EASY HOMEMADE VEGETABLE SOUP



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This hearty vegetable soup recipe is healthy, easy to make, and tastes fantastic. It's also vegan when a vegetable broth is used! Since vegetables vary by seasonality, feel free to swap or add different vegetables for the ones listed below. Kale or spinach, for example, is an excellent substitute for cabbage.

Provided by Adam and Joanne Gallagher

Categories     Soup, Entree

Time 40m

Yield Makes about 8 cups of soup or 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups chopped onion (1 medium)
1 ½ cups chopped carrot (3 to 4 carrots)
1 ½ cups chopped celery (2 to 3 stalks)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
4 teaspoons minced garlic (4 cloves)
3/4 teaspoon ground fennel seed
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt, plus more to taste
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes with their liquid
6 cups stock or broth, see our ultra-satisfying veggie broth or homemade chicken stock
2 cups chopped potato (2 medium)
3 to 4 heaped cups chopped or shredded cabbage
2 bay leaves
1 cup frozen peas
1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar or fresh lemon juice, optional

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a stockpot pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onions, carrots, celery, and tomato paste. Cook, stirring often until the vegetables have softened and the onions are translucent; 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Add the garlic, fennel, black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and the red pepper flakes. Cook, while stirring, for one minute.
  • Pour in the canned tomatoes and their juices as well as the stock/broth.
  • Add the potatoes, cabbage, and bay leaves. Raise the heat to medium-high and bring the soup to a boil. Partially cover the pot with a lid, and then reduce the heat to maintain a low simmer.
  • Simmer for 20 minutes or until the potatoes, and other vegetables are tender. Add the frozen peas and cook for five more minutes.
  • Remove the pot from the heat and remove the bay leaves. Stir in the cider vinegar (or lemon juice). Taste and season with more salt, pepper or vinegar. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 137, Fat 5.7g, SaturatedFat 0.8g, Cholesterol 0mg, Sodium 677.5mg, Carbohydrate 20.3g, Fiber 4.9g, Sugar 7.5g, Protein 3.2g

EASY VEGETABLE SOUP I



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This simple recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare. It simply consists of opening cans. But it is still healthy and filling. A little on the spicy side, but you may change this to suit the needs of your family. Try adding ground beef or other vegetables.

Provided by Lea

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

46 ounces tomato-vegetable juice cocktail
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
2 (15 ounce) cans mixed vegetables, drained
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans
2 potatoes, peeled and cubed

Steps:

  • In a pot, mix together the tomato-vegetable juice, diced tomatoes, mixed vegetables, kidney beans and potatoes. Simmer over medium low heat for at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Carbohydrate 33.3 g, Fat 0.6 g, Fiber 10.2 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 965.8 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

QUICK AND EASY VEGETABLE SOUP



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A low calorie, but filling, tomato-based vegetable soup. I use fresh vegetables when in season, frozen or canned in winter.

Provided by Anne Vackrinos

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
1 (11.5 ounce) can tomato-vegetable juice cocktail
1 cup water
1 large potato, diced
2 carrots, sliced
2 stalks celery, diced
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 cup chopped fresh green beans
1 cup fresh corn kernels
salt and pepper to taste
Creole seasoning to taste

Steps:

  • In a large stock pot, combine broth, tomato juice, water, potatoes, carrots, celery, undrained chopped tomatoes, green beans, and corn. Season with salt, pepper and Creole seasoning. Bring to a boil and simmer for 30 minutes or until all vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116.2 calories, Carbohydrate 24.3 g, Cholesterol 1.6 mg, Fat 0.6 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 639.5 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

QUICK VEGETABLE SOUP



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Very good!

Provided by Donna Cambre

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
½ cup sliced celery
3 (14.5 ounce) cans vegetable broth
1 (15 ounce) can whole potatoes, cubed
1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
½ teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (16 ounce) package frozen mixed vegetables
½ cup instant rice

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven or heavy stockpot over medium heat; cook and stir onion and celery until tender, about 10 minutes. Add broth, potatoes, stewed tomatoes, thyme, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil. Mix vegetables and rice into broth mixture and simmer for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.4 calories, Carbohydrate 54.5 g, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 10.1 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 1186 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

HOMEMADE VEGETABLE SOUP



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This is pretty close to what my mom used to make. I've always thought of it as healthy and filling. There is no meat and very little fat in this recipe. I created this recipe on a cold and rainy winter day on which it definitely hit the spot.

Provided by John Williams

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 1h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups chopped baby carrots
2 baking potatoes, cut into cubes
1 small sweet onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 (14 ounce) can great Northern beans, rinsed and drained
½ small head cabbage, chopped
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 cups cut fresh green beans (1/2 inch pieces)
1 (32 ounce) carton chicken broth
2 (14 ounce) cans vegetable stock
2 cups water
1 ½ teaspoons dried basil
1 pinch rubbed sage
1 pinch dried thyme leaves
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Combine the baby carrots, potatoes, onion, celery, beans, cabbage, tomatoes, green beans, chicken broth, vegetable stock, water, basil, sage, thyme, and salt in a large pot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover. Simmer until vegetables are tender, about 90 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.4 calories, Carbohydrate 32.6 g, Cholesterol 2.8 mg, Fat 0.9 g, Fiber 7.9 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 866.6 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

HEARTY VEGETABLE SOUP



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A friend gave me the idea to use V8 juice in vegetable soup because it provides more flavor. My best vegetable soup recipe is perfect to prepare on a crisp autumn afternoon. -Janice Steinmetz, Somers, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h45m

Yield 16 servings (4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 tablespoon olive oil
8 medium carrots, sliced
2 large onions, chopped
4 celery ribs, chopped
1 large green pepper, seeded and chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cups chopped cabbage
2 cups frozen cut green beans (about 8 ounces)
2 cups frozen peas (about 8 ounces)
1 cup frozen corn (about 5 ounces)
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 bay leaf
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1-1/2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cups water
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cups V8 juice

Steps:

  • In a stockpot, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute carrots, onions, celery and green pepper until crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. , Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until vegetables are tender, 1 to 1-1/2 hours. Remove bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 488mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

QUICK VEGETABLE SOUP



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While I enjoyed making soup from scratch, time doesn't often allow me to spend hours in the kitchen. This fast soup gets a head start from frozen vegetables and leftover meat.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 quart chicken broth or stock
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped cabbage
1 package (10 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash sugar
1/4 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
1 cup leftover cubed cooked chicken or beef roast

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring the broth, tomatoes, onion, cabbage, vegetables and seasonings to a boil. Add macaroni; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until pasta is tender. Add meat; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 796mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

EASY VEGETABLE SOUP



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We like to eat this tasty soup with tortilla chips. Canned tomatoes and beans and frozen vegetables give you a head start when preparing this recipe. - Jan Sharp, Blue Springs, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 12 servings (2-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 package (16 ounces) frozen vegetable blend of your choice
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, undrained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
1 envelope taco seasoning
1 garlic clove, minced
Shredded cheddar cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the tomatoes, vegetables, beans, broth, taco seasoning and garlic; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Garnish with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 573mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

HOMEMADE VEGETABLE SOUP



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This is a quick and easy recipe for a delicious hearty vegetable soup, especially comforting on a cold winter's evening.

Provided by katgeorge68

Time 30m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Chop all the vegetables and place in saucepan or pressure cooker and cover with water (not quite covererd if in a pressure cooker)
  • Bring to the boil and simmer until all the vegetables are soft (about 10 minutes in the pressure cooker)
  • Add bayleaf, 2 stock cubes, parsley, salt and pepper, tomato puree, cannellini beans and simmer for a further 5 minutes
  • Add the dissolved corn flour stirring all the time and bring back to the boil a couple of minutes

Tips:

  • Use fresh, seasonal vegetables for the best flavor and nutritional value.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different vegetables and herbs to find your favorite combination.
  • If you're short on time, use pre-cut vegetables or frozen vegetables.
  • Add a protein source, such as beans, lentils, or chicken, to make the soup more filling.
  • Season the soup to taste with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices.
  • Serve the soup hot with a side of bread, crackers, or salad.

Conclusion:

Vegetable soup is a delicious, healthy, and affordable meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables and it's also a good way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. With so many different recipes to choose from, there's sure to be a vegetable soup recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give vegetable soup a try. You won't be disappointed!

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