Best Purely Vegatable Soup Recipes

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PUREED VEGETABLE SOUPS



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When we crave foods that are hearty and satisfying, pureed vegetable soups fit the bill on both counts. Pick your vegetable -- almost any will do -- and before you know it, you'll be dipping a spoon in a comforting, creamy bowlful that's surprisingly low in fat and calories.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, coarsely chopped
Coarse salt and ground pepper
Vegetable of choice, such as butternut squash (see below for quantities and other options)
1 can (14.5 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 to 3 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large Dutch oven or pot, heat oil over medium. Add onion. Season with salt; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add vegetable, broth, and enough water (4 to 5 cups) to cover. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium, and simmer until vegetable is tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Working in batches, puree brothand vegetables in a blender untilsmooth, transferring to a clean potas you work. To prevent spattering, fill blender only halfway, and allow heat to escape: Remove cap from hole in lid, and cover lid firmly with a dish towel. Adjust soups consistency with a little water if necessary. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice to taste.

PUREED VEGETABLE SOUP



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The vegetable scraps from our spiralizer turn into a lovely, simple pureed vegetable soup. Simmer until soft, then use an immersion blender right in the pot.

Provided by Katie Workman

Categories     Dinner     Lunch     Soup

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 cups various chopped vegetables
8 cups low-sodium vegetable broth , or chicken broth
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional: 1/2 cup heavy cream
Garnish: Sriracha, to taste

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • In a large pot, combine the vegetables and broth. Bring to a simmer over high heat, reduce the heat, and simmer partially covered, until all of the vegetables are very tender.
  • Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • Stir in the cream if desired, and serve hot in bowls, garnished with a tad of Sriracha, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141 kcal, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 8 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 384 mg, Sugar 8 g, Fat 0 g, ServingSize 6 bowls (6 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

HOMEMADE VEGETABLE SOUP



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This is pretty close to what my mom used to make. I've always thought of it as healthy and filling. There is no meat and very little fat in this recipe. I created this recipe on a cold and rainy winter day on which it definitely hit the spot.

Provided by John Williams

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 1h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups chopped baby carrots
2 baking potatoes, cut into cubes
1 small sweet onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 (14 ounce) can great Northern beans, rinsed and drained
½ small head cabbage, chopped
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 cups cut fresh green beans (1/2 inch pieces)
1 (32 ounce) carton chicken broth
2 (14 ounce) cans vegetable stock
2 cups water
1 ½ teaspoons dried basil
1 pinch rubbed sage
1 pinch dried thyme leaves
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Combine the baby carrots, potatoes, onion, celery, beans, cabbage, tomatoes, green beans, chicken broth, vegetable stock, water, basil, sage, thyme, and salt in a large pot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover. Simmer until vegetables are tender, about 90 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.4 calories, Carbohydrate 32.6 g, Cholesterol 2.8 mg, Fat 0.9 g, Fiber 7.9 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 866.6 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

HEARTY VEGETABLE SOUP



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A friend gave me the idea to use V8 juice in vegetable soup because it provides more flavor. My best vegetable soup recipe is perfect to prepare on a crisp autumn afternoon. -Janice Steinmetz, Somers, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h45m

Yield 16 servings (4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 tablespoon olive oil
8 medium carrots, sliced
2 large onions, chopped
4 celery ribs, chopped
1 large green pepper, seeded and chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cups chopped cabbage
2 cups frozen cut green beans (about 8 ounces)
2 cups frozen peas (about 8 ounces)
1 cup frozen corn (about 5 ounces)
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 bay leaf
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1-1/2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cups water
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cups V8 juice

Steps:

  • In a stockpot, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute carrots, onions, celery and green pepper until crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. , Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until vegetables are tender, 1 to 1-1/2 hours. Remove bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 488mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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