High Protein Vibrant Green Soup
Elevate your soup game with this High Protein Vibrant Green Soup—a nutritious, plant-based recipe brimming with vibrant vegetables and bold flavors. Packed with spinach, zucchini, broccoli, and creamy chickpeas, this comforting dish combines wholesome ingredients with a silky smooth texture achieved through blending. Nutritional yeast adds a savory, cheesy depth, while fresh parsley and a bright squeeze of lemon juice ensure every spoonful is bursting with flavor. Perfect for vegans and anyone seeking a hearty, health-conscious meal, this soup is high in protein, dairy-free, and gluten-free, making it an ideal option for a balanced weeknight dinner or a meal prep favorite. Garnish with crunchy pumpkin seeds for an optional finishing touch and enjoy a delicious bowl of green goodness that’s as beautiful as it is nourishing.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium zucchini, chopped
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cups spinach, packed
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 15-ounce can canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup unsweetened plant-based milk (such as almond, soy, or oat)
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add chopped zucchini and broccoli florets to the pot, stirring occasionally, for 5-6 minutes.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 10 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Add the spinach, chickpeas, nutritional yeast, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir and cook for 2-3 minutes until the spinach has wilted.
Using an immersion blender (or transfer the mixture to a blender in batches), blend the soup until smooth and creamy.
Stir in unsweetened plant-based milk and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if desired.
Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley and optional pumpkin seeds for added crunch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1397 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.6 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 6268 mg | 273% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 197.1 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 52.6 g | 188% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.6 g | ||
| Protein | 76.6 g | 153% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 970 mg | 75% | |
| Iron | 24.8 mg | 138% | |
| Potassium | 5466 mg | 116% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
