Vegan Hearty Chicken Vegetable Soup

Warm up with a bowl of Vegan Hearty Chicken Vegetable Soup, a comforting plant-based twist on the classic comfort food that’s brimming with nourishing ingredients and bold flavors. Loaded with a medley of tender carrots, celery, potatoes, and kale or spinach, this hearty soup gets its rich, savory depth from vegan chicken-style broth and protein-packed vegan chicken-style pieces. A touch of lemon juice at the end adds a refreshing brightness that balances the dish perfectly. Ready in just 50 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep, offering six generous servings of wholesome goodness. Gluten-free and packed with vitamins, it's a satisfying and nutritious option for vegans and soup lovers alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 3 large carrots, sliced
• 3 stalks celery stalks, sliced
• 2 medium potatoes, diced
• 6 cups vegan chicken-style broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon thyme, dried
• 1 teaspoon parsley, dried
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 cups chopped kale or spinach
• 8 ounces vegan chicken-style pieces
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

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 the onion is translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, sliced carrots, and sliced celery, cooking for another 3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the diced potatoes and stir well to combine.

Step 5

Pour in the vegan chicken-style broth, and add the bay leaf, dried thyme, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Remove the bay leaf and discard.

Step 8

Add the frozen peas, chopped kale or spinach, and vegan chicken-style pieces to the pot.

Step 9

Simmer for another 5 minutes, until the peas are cooked and the kale or spinach is wilted.

Step 10

Stir in the lemon juice, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 11

Serve hot and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3027.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1400.7

Total Fat 37.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7893.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 178.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.4g	0%
Total Sugars 39.3g
Protein 75.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 666.9mg	0%
Iron 15.4mg	0%
Potassium 5142.4mg	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: 25.0%

Protein: 22.3%

Carbs: 52.7%