Vegetarian (Vegan) Garden Vegetable and Curry Soup

Name: Vegetarian (Vegan) Garden Vegetable and Curry Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 oz Carrots, shredded or diced; 1 head small, Napa cabbage (or see the optional ingredients below. I use Napa for the crunch, but Kale adds special flavor. Spinach is good too); 5 stick Celery; 2 small, Turnip; 2 head Broccoli, trimmed of stems; 1 can (28 oz) whole, peeled, Tomatoes, crushed by hand; 3 small, Onion; 3 Leeks, trimmed of most of the green; 1 bunch Cilantro (one); 2 medium, Potatoes; 1 can corn, sweet, gold, drained; 1 bunch basil (two); 6 oz Mushrooms, Shiitake; 6 oz Mushrooms, baby Bella; 10 clove Garlic, peeled, smashed; 6 oz curry paste (to taste, whatever color you want); 2 can Coconut milk, preferably full fat (have 2 extra cans on hand); 4 cup Stock, or Broth, vegetable (have 2 extra cups on hand, either bought in a carton, or self-prepared, your call); 4 tbsp Butter (or the equivalent Vegan saturated fat substitute); 16 quart Stockpot (it might work with a 12qt, but you're cutting it close, if you don't scale down a little); 1 bunch Basil (its listed on the veggies too, but trust me, it's an excellent garnish); 1 bunch cilantro (same as basil, add while cooking, or just garnish); 2 tsp Coriander (as needed really, to taste); 2 tsp ground cumin (again, as needed, to taste); 2 tbsp Salt (like all soup, salt adds a lot to this dish, be creative with how you salt it up); 1 tsp white pepper; 1 tsp cracked, Red Pepper; 1 packages preparer's favorite noodle, starch, rice, potato, pasta, or vegetable. Or none at all.; 5 cup Kale, chopped; 5 cup Spinach

Warm up with this hearty Vegetarian (Vegan) Garden Vegetable and Curry Soup recipe. Made with Carrots, head small, Celery and Broccoli. Easy step-by-ste…

This Vegetarian (Vegan) Garden Vegetable and Curry Soup relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as carrots, shredded or diced, celery, small, turnip and small, onion. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 758 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It works as a light main on its own or as a starter alongside crusty bread, and it's just as good for a cozy night in as it is for feeding a crowd. Leftovers keep well, so it's a smart choice for meal prep too.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Soups & Stews

Servings: persons

12 oz Carrots, shredded or diced
1 head small, Napa cabbage (or see the optional ingredients below. I use Napa for the crunch, but Kale adds special flavor. Spinach is good too)
5 stick Celery
2 small, Turnip
2 head Broccoli, trimmed of stems
1 can (28 oz) whole, peeled, Tomatoes, crushed by hand
3 small, Onion
3 Leeks, trimmed of most of the green
1 bunch Cilantro (one)
2 medium, Potatoes
1 can corn, sweet, gold, drained
1 bunch basil (two)
6 oz Mushrooms, Shiitake
6 oz Mushrooms, baby Bella
10 clove Garlic, peeled, smashed
6 oz curry paste (to taste, whatever color you want)
2 can Coconut milk, preferably full fat (have 2 extra cans on hand)
4 cup Stock, or Broth, vegetable (have 2 extra cups on hand, either bought in a carton, or self-prepared, your call)
4 tbsp Butter (or the equivalent Vegan saturated fat substitute)
16 quart Stockpot (it might work with a 12qt, but you're cutting it close, if you don't scale down a little)
1 bunch Basil (its listed on the veggies too, but trust me, it's an excellent garnish)
1 bunch cilantro (same as basil, add while cooking, or just garnish)
2 tsp Coriander (as needed really, to taste)
2 tsp ground cumin (again, as needed, to taste)
2 tbsp Salt (like all soup, salt adds a lot to this dish, be creative with how you salt it up)
1 tsp white pepper
1 tsp cracked, Red Pepper
1 packages preparer's favorite noodle, starch, rice, potato, pasta, or vegetable. Or none at all.
5 cup Kale, chopped
5 cup Spinach

1
Chop all veggies to the desired size.
2
I do my onions, leeks, celery, carrots small.
3
The potatoes, turnips large.
4
The rest medium.
5
Brown Onions in the butter or vegan equivalent, in your big stockpot.
6
Add coconut milk, garlic, curry paste, potatoes, turnips, all spices (except basil and cilantro) to browning onions.
7
Bring to low boil over medium+ heat.
8
30 minutes.
9
Stir often, don't burn.
10
I use this time to prepare my starch.
11
Egg Noodles are good, soba and / or rice noodles are wonderful too.
12
What do YOU feel like tonight?
13
Rice?
14
Orzo?
15
Add carrots, celery, leeks, stock or broth (stock to taste - its here you decide how soupy you want your meal to be).
16
Boil for 15 minutes more.
17
Stir occasionally.
18
Add corn, tomatoes, napa cabbage (or optional kale, spinach wait until the next step), any additional salt spices, coconut milk, or broth, and boil for 15 more minutes.
19
Stir occasionally.
20
Bring mixture to just below boil.
21
Add spinach, one half bunch of cilantro, if you're using it.
22
Add your mushrooms, broccoli, and basil.
23
Cook until broccoli and mushrooms are soft.
24
Don't stir too much.
25
Serve.
26
Enjoy.
27
Use garlic/chile paste, soy sauce, Sriracha, hoisin, for additional flavor.
28
Garnish with cilantro and basil.

758

kcal

Calories

Fat

118

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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Frequently Asked Questions

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 30 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 oz Carrots, shredded or diced, 1 head small, Napa cabbage (or see the optional ingredients below. I use Napa for the crunch, but Kale adds special flavor. Spinach is good too), 5 stick Celery, 2 small, Turnip, and more.

Yes, Vegetarian (Vegan) Garden Vegetable and Curry Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
758 kcal
Category
Soups & Stews

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