Vegan Hearty Chicken Vegetable Soup
Warm your soul and nourish your body with this Vegan Hearty Chicken Vegetable Soup, a wholesome plant-powered twist on a classic comfort food favorite. Packed with vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, potatoes, and nutrient-rich kale or spinach, this satisfying soup is elevated by savory vegan chicken-style pieces and a flavorful broth infused with thyme, parsley, and a hint of tangy lemon juice. Quick to prepare and ready in under an hour, it's perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prep. The savory depth and hearty texture make it ideal for vegans and anyone craving a nutritious bowl of comfort. Whether you're chasing warmth on a chilly day or simply seeking a filling vegan option, this vegetable-packed soup delivers the perfect blend of flavor and nourishment.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 3 large carrots, sliced
- 3 stalks celery stalks, sliced
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
- 6 cups vegan chicken-style broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon thyme, dried
- 1 teaspoon parsley, dried
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 cups chopped kale or spinach
- 8 ounces vegan chicken-style pieces
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, until the onion is translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic, sliced carrots, and sliced celery, cooking for another 3 minutes.
Add the diced potatoes and stir well to combine.
Pour in the vegan chicken-style broth, and add the bay leaf, dried thyme, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for about 20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
Remove the bay leaf and discard.
Add the frozen peas, chopped kale or spinach, and vegan chicken-style pieces to the pot.
Simmer for another 5 minutes, until the peas are cooked and the kale or spinach is wilted.
Stir in the lemon juice, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve hot and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1199 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.5 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.6 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7378 mg | 321% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 133.7 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.6 g | 109% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.2 g | ||
| Protein | 72.7 g | 145% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 560 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 3891 mg | 83% | |
*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.
