Vegan Stuffed Pepper Soup

Warm, hearty, and bursting with flavor, this Vegan Stuffed Pepper Soup is a comfort food classic with a plant-based twist. Made with a vibrant medley of diced red and green bell peppers, tender carrots, celery, and hearty brown rice, this soup is simmered in a rich tomato-based broth infused with aromatic herbs like oregano, basil, and paprika. Quick to prepare in just under an hour, it's a one-pot wonder perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. The addition of cooked brown rice makes it both filling and nutritious, while fresh parsley adds a pop of color and freshness as a garnish. Whether you're looking for a vegan dinner idea, an easy soup recipe, or a healthy gluten-free option, this dish will satisfy all your comfort food cravings while keeping things wholesome and light.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 large red bell pepper, diced
• 1 large green bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 2 cups cooked brown rice
• 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 15 ounces tomato sauce
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon ground paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 piece bay leaf
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Stir in the cooked brown rice, diced tomatoes with their juices, tomato sauce, and vegetable broth.

Step 5

Add the dried oregano, dried basil, ground paprika, salt, black pepper, and bay leaf. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Bring the soup to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. You can add more salt or pepper to preference.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3339.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1817.8

Total Fat 73.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 13.7g
Cholesterol 15.9mg	0%
Sodium 7166.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 251.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 53.0g	0%
Total Sugars 72.0g
Protein 46.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 734.6mg	0%
Iron 21.7mg	0%
Potassium 5748.7mg	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: 35.6%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 54.3%