Low Fat Hearty Vegetable Soup

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Low Fat Hearty Vegetable Soup, a wholesome, nutrient-packed recipe that’s perfect for healthy eating. Bursting with vibrant vegetables like carrots, zucchini, red bell pepper, and tomatoes, this soup is seasoned with aromatic herbs like thyme, basil, and bay leaves, bringing a depth of flavor without excess calories. Simmered in low-sodium vegetable broth and finished with a zesty splash of lemon juice, it’s a low-fat, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly option that’s ready in under an hour. Ideal for meal prepping or a quick lunch, this satisfying soup is a cozy and guilt-free way to incorporate more vegetables into your day. Enjoy it piping hot, garnished with fresh parsley for an extra pop of freshness!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, diced
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium Carrots, sliced
• 2 medium Celery stalks, sliced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium Zucchini, diced
• 2 medium Potatoes, peeled and diced
• 14.5 ounces Canned diced tomatoes
• 6 cups Vegetable broth, low-sodium
• 2 Bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Thyme, dried
• 1 teaspoon Basil, dried
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the sliced carrots, celery, and diced red bell pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Stir in the diced zucchini, potatoes, and canned diced tomatoes along with their juices.

Step 6

Pour in the vegetable broth and add the bay leaves, thyme, basil, black pepper, and salt.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaves and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 9

Stir in the freshly chopped parsley and lemon juice just before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot and enjoy your low-fat hearty vegetable soup.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2998.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	929.2

Total Fat 29.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.9g
Cholesterol 8.2mg	0%
Sodium 2775.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 152.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.4g	0%
Total Sugars 42.3g
Protein 18.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 559.9mg	0%
Iron 12.3mg	0%
Potassium 5917.8mg	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: 27.7%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 64.5%