Dairy-Free Hearty Macaroni Soup

Cozy up with a bowl of Dairy-Free Hearty Macaroni Soup—an irresistibly comforting recipe that’s packed with wholesome vegetables, tender macaroni pasta, and protein-rich cannellini beans, all simmered in a fragrant, herb-infused vegetable broth. This dairy-free delight is perfect for those looking for a nutritious, plant-based dinner that doesn’t skimp on flavor. With vibrant ingredients like fresh spinach, zucchini, and a touch of parsley for garnish, this one-pot soup is as visually appealing as it is satisfying. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s an ideal weeknight meal that’s hearty, healthy, and family-approved. Whether you’re vegan, lactose-intolerant, or just craving a warm, nourishing bowl of goodness, this recipe has you covered!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large, diced onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 medium, diced carrots
• 2 medium, diced celery stalks
• 1 medium, diced zucchini
• 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 15-ounce can, drained and rinsed cannellini beans
• 1 cup macaroni pasta
• 2 cups fresh spinach
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and garlic, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the carrots and celery, continue to sauté for another 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 4

Add the zucchini, and cook for 3 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juice), vegetable broth, bay leaf, basil, and oregano.

Step 6

Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Step 7

Add the rinsed cannellini beans and macaroni pasta to the pot. Continue cooking for another 8-10 minutes until the pasta is al dente.

Step 8

In the last few minutes of cooking, stir in the fresh spinach until it wilts.

Step 9

Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf, and stir in the chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Step 11

Serve hot. Enjoy your Dairy-Free Hearty Macaroni Soup with a sprinkle of additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3448.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1875.6

Total Fat 45.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 9719.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 303.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 59.5g	0%
Total Sugars 72.0g
Protein 75.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 903.2mg	0%
Iron 23.2mg	0%
Potassium 7289.4mg	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: 21.1%

Protein: 15.8%

Carbs: 63.1%