Veggie Alphabet Soup Recipe

Name: Veggie Alphabet Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil; 2 carrots, peeled and thinly sliced; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 1 rib celery, sliced thin; 8 cup low sodium chicken broth (or use veggie stock for a vegetarian version); 1 large tomato, seeds removed and chopped into 1/2 inch pieces; 2 sprigs thyme; 1 salt, to taste; 1 pepper, to taste; 1 small yellow summer squash, chopped into 1/2 inch pieces; 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1/2 inch pieces; 2 tbsp chopped parsley; 6 oz small alphabet pasta (I love noodles so I use more); 1 sprinkling of Parmesan cheese (optional, but really awesome especially if using vegetable stock)

Servings: persons

1 tbsp olive oil
2 carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 rib celery, sliced thin
8 cup low sodium chicken broth (or use veggie stock for a vegetarian version)
1 large tomato, seeds removed and chopped into 1/2 inch pieces
2 sprigs thyme
1 salt, to taste
1 pepper, to taste
1 small yellow summer squash, chopped into 1/2 inch pieces
1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1/2 inch pieces
2 tbsp chopped parsley
6 oz small alphabet pasta (I love noodles so I use more)
1 sprinkling of Parmesan cheese (optional, but really awesome especially if using vegetable stock)

1
In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil.
2
When hot, add carrots, onion and celery and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
3
Stir in broth, tomato and thyme and bring to a boil.
4
Reduce heat to medium low and simmer, covered, until vegetables are just tender, about 10 minutes.
5
Add squash, green beans and pasta and cook, uncovered, until pasta and vegetables are tender, about 6 minutes.
6
Remove thyme sprigs.
7
Add parsley.
8
Season with salt and pepper.
9
Serve with cheese, if desired.
10
*This recipe makes about 4 to 6 servings depending on how big of an appetite you and your family have.
11
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1159

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

167

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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

My Personal Notes

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 carrots, peeled and thinly sliced, 1 medium onion, finely chopped, 1 rib celery, sliced thin, and more.

Yes, Veggie Alphabet 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Veggie Alphabet Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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