Go Back

Healthy Quinoa Vegetable Soup

A hearty and nutritious soup packed with vibrant vegetables and wholesome quinoa, perfect for a comforting meal.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Healthy, Vegetarian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup quinoa Rinse under cold water before use
  • 4 cups vegetable broth Ensure it’s plant-based for vegan option
  • 1 cup chopped carrots
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 cup chopped bell peppers
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup chopped spinach or kale Add in the last 5 minutes of cooking
  • 1 medium onion, chopped For flavor base
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Toast for enhanced flavor
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust as needed

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water. Don’t skip this—it removes that bitter coating!
  2. In a large pot, heat a bit of olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
  3. Add the carrots, celery, and bell peppers, and cook for about 5 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Stir in the diced tomatoes, quinoa, vegetable broth, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
  3. Add the spinach or kale in the last 5 minutes of cooking.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.

Notes

Serve warm with a side of crusty bread or croutons for added texture. Store in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat before serving.