Vegetarian Alphabet Soup
Wholesome, nostalgic, and delightfully fun, Vegetarian Alphabet Soup is the perfect comfort food for all ages! Brimming with colorful diced vegetables like zucchini, carrots, bell peppers, and celery, this hearty soup is simmered in a flavorful vegetable broth infused with thyme, oregano, and a hint of garlic. The star of the show is the playful alphabet pasta, turning this dish into both a delicious meal and a playful activity for kids and adults alike. Quick to prepare with just 20 minutes of prep time and ready in under an hour, this healthy and budget-friendly recipe is an ideal choice for busy weeknights. Garnished with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish, Vegetarian Alphabet Soup is a nutritious, fun-packed meal that’s sure to bring warmth and smiles to your table. Perfect for anyone seeking vegan-friendly, kid-approved comfort food ideas!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 2 medium, diced carrot
- 2 diced celery stalks
- 1 diced red bell pepper
- 1 medium, diced zucchini
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 15-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
- 1 cup alphabet pasta
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the diced red bell pepper, zucchini, and minced garlic. Continue to cook for another 3 minutes.
Pour in the vegetable broth and add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juice).
Stir in the alphabet pasta, dried thyme, oregano, and the bay leaf.
Season with salt and black pepper, and bring the soup to a boil.
Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer uncovered for about 15 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
Remove the bay leaf and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2011 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.5 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.5 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 6044 mg | 263% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 317.5 g | 115% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.1 g | 161% | |
| Total Sugars | 64.2 g | ||
| Protein | 63.9 g | 128% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 584 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 16.5 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 5482 mg | 117% | |
*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.
