Vegetarian Alphabet Soup

Bring nostalgia and nourishment to your table with this hearty Vegetarian Alphabet Soup, a delightful twist on a childhood favorite. Bursting with wholesome flavors, this one-pot meal features a medley of vibrant vegetables—onions, carrots, celery, zucchini, and red bell pepper—simmered in a rich vegetable broth with a splash of juicy diced tomatoes. Tender alphabet pasta adds a playful touch, making it perfect for family meals or cozy weeknight dinners. Seasoned with aromatic thyme, oregano, and a hint of garlic, this soup is both comforting and full of flavor. Ready in just 50 minutes, it's a healthy, kid-friendly recipe that’s as fun to eat as it is to make. Serve it with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of brightness, and watch it become an instant favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 2 medium, diced carrot
• 2 diced celery stalks
• 1 diced red bell pepper
• 1 medium, diced zucchini
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 15-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
• 1 cup alphabet pasta
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the diced red bell pepper, zucchini, and minced garlic. Continue to cook for another 3 minutes.

Step 4

Pour in the vegetable broth and add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juice).

Step 5

Stir in the alphabet pasta, dried thyme, oregano, and the bay leaf.

Step 6

Season with salt and black pepper, and bring the soup to a boil.

Step 7

Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer uncovered for about 15 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3167.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2112.2

Total Fat 59.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.8g
Cholesterol 8.5mg	0%
Sodium 8609.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 334.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 50.2g	0%
Total Sugars 77.8g
Protein 65.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 713.1mg	0%
Iron 17.1mg	0%
Potassium 6264.2mg	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: 24.9%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 62.7%