Whatever Is Available Soup
Perfect for busy weeknights or when your fridge needs a cleanup, "Whatever Is Available Soup" is a customizable, hearty dish that transforms pantry staples and fresh finds into a comforting, one-pot meal. Featuring a medley of sautéed onions, garlic, mixed vegetables, and your choice of potatoes, grains, and protein, this versatile soup adapts to whatever ingredients you have on hand. A simmer in savory broth brings it all together, while a sprinkle of fresh herbs provides a bright finishing touch. Ready in just 45 minutes, this budget-friendly recipe is the ultimate solution for reducing food waste while delighting your taste buds. Keywords: easy vegetable soup, pantry-cleaning recipes, one-pot meals, customizable soup recipe, quick homemade soup.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., carrots, celery, zucchini, etc.), chopped
- 2 medium potatoes or sweet potatoes, diced
- 6 cups stock or broth (chicken, beef, or vegetable)
- 1 cup cooked or uncooked grains (e.g., rice, quinoa, or pasta)
- 1 cup protein of choice (e.g., shredded chicken, beans, or tofu)
- 2 teaspoons spices (e.g., salt, pepper, thyme, oregano, or paprika)
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (e.g., parsley or cilantro), chopped (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the chopped mixed vegetables and sauté for 5 minutes to soften slightly.
Add the diced potatoes or sweet potatoes and pour in the stock or broth.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
If using uncooked grains, add them to the pot during the simmering stage and cook until fully cooked. If using cooked grains, stir them in during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
Add your protein of choice and let it heat through.
Season the soup with spices, tasting and adjusting as needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1615 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.4 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 202 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 8650 mg | 376% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 208.3 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.6 g | 127% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.9 g | ||
| Protein | 109.1 g | 218% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 520 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 4886 mg | 104% | |
*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.
