Vegan Hearty Pork Soup

Cozy up with a bowl of Vegan Hearty Pork Soup, a delicious plant-based twist on a comforting classic! This wholesome recipe swaps traditional pork with meaty vegan soy curls, creating a satisfying texture and flavor that’s perfect for any time of year. Brimming with nutrient-packed vegetables like sweet potatoes, carrots, and kale, and infused with aromatic seasonings such as smoked paprika and dried thyme, this soup is both hearty and healthy. Simmered in a savory vegetable broth with a touch of diced tomatoes, every spoonful bursts with warmth and richness. Ready in just an hour, this one-pot vegan soup is ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep and is sure to delight vegans and non-vegans alike. Garnish with fresh parsley to elevate its earthy flavors and serve it steaming hot for a nourishing, cruelty-free meal! Perfect for SEO searches like "vegan pork soup," "hearty plant-based soups," and "easy vegan comfort food."

Nutriscore Rating: 89/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 2 cups vegan pork-style soy curls or chunks
• 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 14.5 ounces can of diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon thyme leaves, dried
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 cups kale, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, sliced carrots, and celery. Cook for another 4-5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 4

Add the diced sweet potatoes and vegan pork-style soy curls to the pot, stirring to combine with other vegetables.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and diced tomatoes, including their juice.

Step 6

Stir in the dried thyme, smoked paprika, and add the bay leaf.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 25 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes and soy curls are tender.

Step 8

Add the chopped kale, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes until the kale is wilted and tender.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning as desired.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3211.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2558.1

Total Fat 65.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5395.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 231.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 74.0g	0%
Total Sugars 67.1g
Protein 259.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1603.2mg	0%
Iron 33.1mg	0%
Potassium 8590.1mg	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: 23.0%

Protein: 40.7%

Carbs: 36.3%