Quick Vegetable Soup

Quick Vegetable Soup is a light, flavorful broth-based soup that comes together in under 30 minutes, making it a perfect weeknight meal. It typically features a medley of fresh or frozen vegetables like carrots, celery, onions, and tomatoes simmered in a savory broth. While found worldwide in various forms, this particular style is a staple of home cooking in many Western kitchens.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This soup is generally low in calories, fat, and protein, making it a light option. Its primary nutritional value comes from being a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin A, vitamin C, and potassium, depending on the vegetable mix used.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	85 kcal
Protein	3 g
Carbs	15 g
Fat	1.5 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	480 mg
Vitamin A	4500 IU
Vitamin C	15 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Vitamin K	25 mcg
Folate	50 mcg
Manganese	0.3 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Quick Vegetable Soup is a culinary chameleon, celebrated for its incredible versatility and its role in reducing food waste by using up leftover vegetables. Nutritionally, it's a powerhouse for hydration and micronutrients, often providing a significant portion of your daily vegetable intake in a single bowl.