Vegetarian Classic Garlic Soup

Cozy up with this soul-warming Vegetarian Classic Garlic Soup, a velvety blend of roasted garlic, hearty bread, and aromatic herbs. Bursting with the rich, nutty flavor of 20 golden garlic cloves sautéed to perfection, this wholesome recipe is simmered in a fragrant vegetable broth infused with fresh thyme and bay leaf for an irresistibly comforting bowl. The addition of cubed stale bread transforms this rustic soup into a creamy delight with a perfectly smooth texture, thanks to an easy blending step. A splash of lemon juice brightens every spoonful, while fresh parsley and an optional sprinkle of grated Parmesan add that final, flavorful flourish. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make comfort food is perfect for everything from chilly evenings to elegant dinner parties. Indulge in this time-honored garlic soup recipe, a vegetarian favorite that's as nutritious as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 20 garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
• 2 cups stale crusty bread, cubed
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the garlic cloves and slice them thinly.

Step 2

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the garlic is soft and golden but not browned.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion to the pot and continue to sauté for another 5 minutes until the onion is translucent.

Step 4

Pour in the vegetable broth, then add the bay leaf and thyme. Bring the soup to a gentle boil.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine.

Step 6

Add the cubed stale bread to the pot and stir well. Let it simmer with the soup for another 10 minutes, ensuring the bread is softened.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaf. Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth, or carefully transfer the soup to a blender in batches and puree until smooth. Return to the pot if using a blender.

Step 8

Season with salt and black pepper. Stir in the lemon juice and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with chopped parsley, and sprinkle with parmesan cheese if desired before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2175.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2449.4

Total Fat 73.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 47.4mg	0%
Sodium 9035.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 362.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.7g	0%
Total Sugars 42.1g
Protein 101.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1326.6mg	0%
Iron 21.7mg	0%
Potassium 3577.1mg	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: 26.2%

Protein: 16.1%

Carbs: 57.7%