Description
Hearty one pot creamy vegetable soup delivers comfort in a bowl, blending rich flavors and wholesome ingredients. Nourishing and simple, this recipe offers a delightful meal you can savor with minimal cleanup and maximum satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Vegetables:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or neutral oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium white onion, chopped
- 3 medium carrots, chopped
- 4 stalks celery, chopped
Supplementary Vegetables:
- 1/2 cup frozen corn
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup chickpeas or white beans (optional)
Liquid and Thickening Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup dairy-free butter
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup unsweetened dairy-free milk (soy recommended)
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme
Instructions
- Warm a spacious cooking vessel over medium temperature, drizzle with oil, and introduce chopped aromatics (onions, carrots, celery) along with minced garlic. Sprinkle salt and allow ingredients to soften and become translucent, approximately 4-5 minutes.
- Incorporate butter into the vegetable mixture, then gently dust with flour, carefully coating each ingredient to form a smooth, golden roux that will provide depth and thickness to the soup.
- Gradually stream broth into the pot, whisking consistently to prevent lumps. Introduce selected seasonings and allow the liquid to simmer gently, stirring occasionally until the mixture begins to thicken and develop a rich, cohesive texture.
- Fold in peas, corn, nutritional yeast, and protein-packed chickpeas. Pour milk and reduce heat to low, allowing ingredients to warm through and meld flavors for 5-7 minutes. Ensure vegetables reach a pleasant, tender consistency without becoming mushy.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, ensuring a balanced and harmonious flavor profile before serving the creamy, nutrient-dense soup hot.
Notes
- Customize veggie mix by swapping in seasonal produce or using frozen vegetables for quick preparation.
- Create a gluten-free version by replacing wheat flour with cornstarch or alternative gluten-free thickening agents.
- Boost protein content by adding leftover cooked chicken, tofu, or additional legumes like white beans.
- Enhance creaminess with a splash of coconut milk or Greek yogurt for extra richness without heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 460 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg