Vegetarian Beef and Beetroot Soup

Warm up your soul with a hearty bowl of Vegetarian Beef and Beetroot Soup, a nourishing plant-based twist on a classic favorite. This vibrant soup combines earthy beetroot, tender potatoes, and protein-packed lentils simmered in a deeply flavorful broth seasoned with smoked paprika, soy sauce, and thyme. Perfect for cozy evenings or a satisfying lunch, this recipe delivers the rich, "meaty" essence of traditional beef and beet soup without the meat. With a quick 20-minute prep and just 40 minutes of cook time, it's an easy, wholesome meal that's as comforting as it is colorful. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot with crusty bread for a truly delightful dining experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 3 units garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 medium celery stalks, diced
• 2 medium beetroot, peeled and cubed
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup canned or cooked lentils, drained and rinsed
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 unit bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrots, and celery. Sauté for another 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 4

Add the cubed beetroot and potatoes to the pot, stir well to combine.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Add the lentils, soy sauce, smoked paprika, dried thyme, bay leaf, black pepper, and sea salt.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 25 minutes, or until the beetroot and potatoes are tender.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf from the pot and discard.

Step 9

Stir in the chopped fresh parsley and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Serve the soup hot in bowls with crusty bread on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2925.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1696.7

Total Fat 43.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6669.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 280.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 61.4g	0%
Total Sugars 69.5g
Protein 64.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 651.6mg	0%
Iron 25.7mg	0%
Potassium 7961.1mg	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: 22.2%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 63.2%