Sugar-Free Hearty Vegetable Pasta Soup

Warm up with a bowl of Sugar-Free Hearty Vegetable Pasta Soup, a wholesome and satisfying dish packed with vibrant veggies and whole wheat pasta for a nutrient-rich meal. This comforting soup is crafted with low-sodium vegetable broth, fresh spinach, and a medley of diced carrots, zucchini, and red bell pepper, making it as healthy as it is flavorful. Infused with aromatic Italian seasoning, garlic, and a splash of zesty lemon juice, it delivers a robust taste without added sugar. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pot wonder is perfect for a cozy family dinner or meal prep. Serve it steaming hot and let the natural flavors shine—proof that eating clean can be deliciously hearty.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

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 Carrots, diced
• 2 Celery stalks, sliced
• 1 medium Zucchini, diced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 15-ounce can Diced tomatoes, no salt added
• 6 cups Vegetable broth, low sodium
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 cups Whole wheat pasta, uncooked
• 3 cups Spinach, fresh
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté for about 3-4 minutes, until the onion is translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the diced carrots and sliced celery, and cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Add the diced zucchini and chopped red bell pepper, cooking for another 3 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the can of diced tomatoes and 6 cups of vegetable broth.

Step 6

Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.

Step 8

Add the whole wheat pasta to the pot and continue to simmer for another 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.

Step 9

Stir in the fresh spinach, allowing it to wilt in the hot soup for about 2 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the pot from heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley and lemon juice.

Step 11

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 12

Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3747.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2428.0

Total Fat 46.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5016.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 436.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 59.6g	0%
Total Sugars 55.1g
Protein 90.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1045.3mg	0%
Iron 33.8mg	0%
Potassium 7667.8mg	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: 16.6%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 69.0%