Simple But Perfect Vegetable Soup

Name: Simple But Perfect Vegetable Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: European, Italian, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 large leek, halved lengthwise, cut into 1/4-inch slices; 2 Tbsp olive or avocado oil ((if oil-free, sub water and add more as needed)); 3 small carrots, finely diced ((3 small carrots yield ~3/4 cup or 96 g diced)); 4 stalks celery, finely diced ((4 stalks yield ~3/4 cup or 75 g diced)); 3 large cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 tsp each sea salt and black pepper ((plus more to taste)); 1 tsp dried Italian herbs ((or sub dried basil, oregano, and/or rosemary)); 2 medium potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 1 (14.5 oz.) can diced tomatoes ((NOT fire roasted)); 1 (15 oz.) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed ((any white bean works, as do pinto beans or chickpeas)); 1 (15 oz.) can lentils, drained and rinsed ((or sub more beans)); 8 cups vegetable broth ((or store-bought)); 1 bunch kale, chopped into bite size pieces; Parsley, finely chopped; Vegan Parmesan Cheese; Croutons

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:30min

The ULTIMATE vegetable soup for when you’re craving something comforting and nourishing with flexible ingredients and simple methods. Just 1 pot required!

Updated at: Thu, 08 Jan 2026 00:03:35 GMT