Hearty Crock Pot Vegetable Medley Soup
This Hearty Crock Pot Vegetable Medley Soup is a comforting dish that's both wholesome and filling. It's perfect for busy days, with a blend of vibrant vegetables simmered to perfection in a savory broth. Enhanced by aromatic herbs, this soup is not only delicious but also versatile. You can easily customize it with various flavor profiles to suit your cravings, making it ideal for family dinners or meal prep throughout the week. Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with a warm grilled cheese sandwich, this soup is bound to become a staple in your kitchen, bringing warmth and nourishment with every bowl.
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Servings
150
Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
diced tomatoes
2 (14-ounce cans, undrained)
onion
1 (large, chopped)
garlic cloves
4 (pressed)
olive oil
2 (tablespoons, divided)
carrots
2 (large, chopped)
celery ribs
2 (small, chopped)
turnip
1 (medium, chopped)
green beans
2 (cups, cut in 1-inch pieces)
chicken broth
6 (cups (or vegetable broth))
cabbage
1/4 (head, chopped)
thyme
1/2 (teaspoon)
salt
to taste
pepper
to taste
russet potatoes
2 (small, peeled and chopped)
Instructions
1
In a large sauté pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until it becomes translucent, stirring occasionally.
2
Add the pressed garlic to the onions, and sauté briefly for about 1-2 minutes. Be careful not to let the garlic brown, as it can become bitter.
3
In the same pan, add the chopped carrots, celery, turnip, and russet potatoes. If necessary, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to prevent sticking. Sauté the vegetables for an additional 1-2 minutes to enhance their flavors.
4
Season the sautéed mixture with thyme, salt, and pepper, allowing the herbs to infuse into the vegetables.
5
Transfer the sautéed vegetables to the crock pot. Pour in the undrained diced tomatoes and chicken (or vegetable) broth.
6
Stir to combine all the ingredients thoroughly. Cover the crock pot and set it to cook on low for 7-9 hours or on high for 4-6 hours, depending on your time constraints.
7
Once cooking is complete, take a potato masher and gently mash some of the potato chunks against the side of the crock pot to thicken the soup. Stir well.
8
Serve hot, optionally accompanied by grilled cheese sandwiches on whole-grain bread and a fresh spinach salad.
Nutrition Information
4
Fat
24
Carbs
4
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hearty Crock Pot Vegetable Medley Soup?
It is a comforting, wholesome, and filling soup made with a blend of vibrant vegetables simmered in a savory broth.
How many calories are in this vegetable soup?
Each serving contains 150 calories.
Is this recipe suitable for vegans?
Yes, it is tagged as vegan, provided you use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
Is the Hearty Crock Pot Vegetable Medley Soup gluten-free?
Yes, this recipe is naturally gluten-free.
How long does the soup need to cook on a low setting?
It should cook for 7 to 9 hours on the low setting.
What is the cooking time if I set the crock pot to high?
On the high setting, the soup takes 4 to 6 hours to cook.
How do I thicken the soup after it is finished cooking?
You can thicken the soup by using a potato masher to gently mash some of the potato chunks against the side of the crock pot.
What kind of potatoes are used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 small russet potatoes, peeled and chopped.
How many garlic cloves are needed?
You will need 4 pressed garlic cloves.
Should I drain the diced tomatoes before adding them?
No, you should use two 14-ounce cans of undrained diced tomatoes.
What herbs are used to season the soup?
The soup is seasoned with 1/2 teaspoon of thyme, plus salt and pepper to taste.
Can I use this recipe for meal prep?
Yes, it is ideal for meal prep throughout the week.
What are some recommended side dishes for this soup?
It pairs well with grilled cheese sandwiches on whole-grain bread and a fresh spinach salad.
How much fat is in a serving of this soup?
There are 4 grams of fat per serving.
How many grams of carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 24 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content of the soup?
Each serving contains 4 grams of protein.
Do I need to sauté any ingredients before using the crock pot?
Yes, the onion, garlic, carrots, celery, turnip, and potatoes are sautéed in olive oil before being transferred to the crock pot.
Why should I sauté the vegetables first?
Sautéing the vegetables for a few minutes helps to enhance and deepen their flavors.
What size turnip is required?
The recipe calls for one medium chopped turnip.
How many carrots should I add?
You should add 2 large chopped carrots.
Does this soup contain cabbage?
Yes, it includes 1/4 head of chopped cabbage.
How much broth is needed for the recipe?
You will need 6 cups of chicken or vegetable broth.
What kind of oil is used for the initial sauté?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of olive oil, divided.
Is this an easy recipe to follow?
Yes, it is considered an easy recipe, perfect for busy days.
How should the green beans be prepared?
Use 2 cups of green beans cut into 1-inch pieces.
What is the first step of the instructions?
The first step is to heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and cook the chopped onion until translucent.
How should the onion be prepared?
You should use one large onion, chopped.
What should I do if the garlic starts to brown?
Be careful not to let the garlic brown as it can become bitter; only sauté it for 1-2 minutes.
How many celery ribs are included?
The recipe uses 2 small chopped celery ribs.
Can I customize the flavor of this soup?
Yes, the recipe is versatile and can be customized with various flavor profiles to suit your cravings.