Dairy-Free Alphabet Soup

Warm, comforting, and delightfully kid-friendly, this Dairy-Free Alphabet Soup is a wholesome twist on a nostalgic classic, perfect for the whole family. Packed with vibrant vegetables like carrots, zucchini, and red bell peppers, this hearty soup boasts a medley of flavors enhanced by aromatic garlic, thyme, and parsley. The real star, of course, is the fun alphabet pasta, making every spoonful an interactive and playful bite. Simmered in a rich vegetable broth and completely free of dairy, this one-pot recipe is both health-conscious and irresistibly satisfying. Ready in just 45 minutes, it's ideal for busy weeknights or anytime you crave a deliciously cozy bowl of soup.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium carrot, diced
• 2 medium celery stalks, diced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 14.5 oz canned diced tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup alphabet pasta
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced carrot, celery, zucchini, and red bell pepper to the pot. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 5

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Add the alphabet pasta, bay leaf, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to the pot.

Step 7

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15 minutes, or until the pasta and vegetables are tender.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf from the pot.

Step 9

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2687.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1978.1

Total Fat 57.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.5g
Cholesterol 8.2mg	0%
Sodium 6423.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 308.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.5g	0%
Total Sugars 58.8g
Protein 62.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 539.6mg	0%
Iron 15.6mg	0%
Potassium 5230.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.0%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 61.5%