Vegetarian Classic Chicken Noodle Soup
Warm up your day with a hearty bowl of Vegetarian Classic Chicken Noodle Soup—an inspired twist on the comforting classic. Bursting with robust flavors, this meat-free version swaps traditional chicken broth with savory vegetable broth, packed with nutrient-rich carrots, celery, and green peas. The addition of aromatic herbs like thyme, oregano, and a splash of zesty lemon juice elevates the dish, while tender egg noodles provide that nostalgic texture you love. Ready in just 45 minutes, this quick and satisfying recipe is perfect for chilly evenings or as a wholesome meal for the whole family. Simple, nourishing, and undeniably delicious, this vegetarian soup will quickly become a go-to favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 carrots, sliced into rounds
- 3 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 8 cups vegetable broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 cups egg noodles
- 1 cup frozen green peas
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add chopped onion to the pot and sauté for 4-5 minutes until translucent.
Add minced garlic, sliced carrots, and celery to the pot. Continue to sauté for another 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and ground black pepper.
Pour in the vegetable broth and add the bay leaf. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
Add the egg noodles to the simmering broth and cook according to package instructions, usually 6-8 minutes, until al dente.
Stir in the frozen green peas and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Remove the pot from heat and discard the bay leaf.
Stir in the chopped fresh parsley and lemon juice for a fresh burst of flavor.
Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed, then serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2048 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.0 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.4 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 6776 mg | 295% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 330.8 g | 120% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 48.7 g | 174% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.3 g | ||
| Protein | 74.9 g | 150% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 578 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 20.6 mg | 114% | |
| Potassium | 5315 mg | 113% | |
*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.
