High Protein Hearty Quinoa Vegetable Soup

Nourish your body and soul with this High Protein Hearty Quinoa Vegetable Soup, a wholesome one-pot meal that's as satisfying as it is nutritious. Packed with vibrant seasonal vegetables like zucchini, carrots, and kale, protein-rich quinoa, and hearty chickpeas, this vegan soup is a flavor-packed powerhouse. Aromatic herbs like thyme and oregano infuse every spoonful, while a splash of lemon juice brightens the dish for a perfectly balanced finish. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make soup is ideal for meal prep or hearty weeknight dinners. Whether you're seeking a comforting dish for chilly evenings or a healthy option to fuel your day, this protein-packed quinoa vegetable soup is sure to become a staple in your recipe collection.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium carrots, chopped
• 2 stalks celery stalks, chopped
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 14 oz can diced tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 0.75 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
• 2 cups kale, chopped
• 1 15 oz can cooked chickpeas
• 2 leaves bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the chopped carrots, celery, red bell pepper, and zucchini. Sauté for 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, allowing it to caramelize slightly.

Step 6

Add the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, rinsed quinoa, bay leaves, thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover and reduce the heat to a simmer.

Step 8

Simmer for 20 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and the vegetables are tender.

Step 9

Add the chopped kale and chickpeas. Stir and simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the kale has wilted.

Step 10

Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice.

Step 11

Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if necessary.

Step 12

Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3342.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2068.6

Total Fat 58.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6494.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 321.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 79.3g	0%
Total Sugars 81.9g
Protein 89.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1031.3mg	0%
Iron 30.7mg	0%
Potassium 7701.3mg	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: 24.4%

Protein: 16.4%

Carbs: 59.2%