One-Pot Creamy Vegetable Soup

Why Make This Recipe

One-Pot Creamy Vegetable Soup is the perfect dish for those chilly days when you crave something warm and comforting. It’s filling, nutritious, and packed with delightful flavors. Plus, it’s easy to make and requires minimal cleanup since everything is cooked in one pot!

How to Make One-Pot Creamy Vegetable Soup

Ingredients:

• 1 Tbsp neutral oil (olive oil)
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 medium white onion (chopped)
• 3 medium carrots (chopped)
• 4 stalks celery (chopped)
• 1/2 cup corn (frozen)
• 1 cup peas (frozen)
• 3 Tbsp nutritional yeast
• 4 cups veggie broth
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour (gluten-free flour optional)
• 1/3 cup dairy-free butter
• 1 cup unsweetened dairy-free milk (soy milk used)
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 1/2 tsp fresh rosemary
• 1/2 tsp fresh oregano
• 1/2 tsp fresh thyme
• 1 cup chickpeas or white beans (optional)

Directions:

1. Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add the oil, onions, carrots, celery, garlic, and salt. Cook for about 5 minutes until the onions are translucent.
2. Add the dairy-free butter. Once melted, whisk in the flour to form a roux and cook until it becomes thick and sticky.
3. Slowly add the vegetable broth while whisking. Add pepper, oregano, thyme, and rosemary. Let it simmer until the soup thickens.
4. Stir in peas, corn, nutritional yeast, and chickpeas or white beans if using. Then add the dairy-free milk and cook for 5–7 more minutes until the vegetables are heated through.
5. Serve hot with bread, biscuits, crackers, or rice. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

How to Serve One-Pot Creamy Vegetable Soup

Enjoy your soup hot for the best flavor. It pairs wonderfully with crusty bread, fluffy biscuits, or crispy crackers. For a heartier meal, serve it over rice. This soup is comforting and perfect for any occasion, from family dinners to cozy nights in.

How to Store One-Pot Creamy Vegetable Soup

If you have any leftovers, let the soup cool down before transferring it to an airtight container. Store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply warm it on the stove over medium heat or in the microwave until heated through.

Tips to Make One-Pot Creamy Vegetable Soup

• Feel free to add any other vegetables you have on hand, such as spinach, zucchini, or bell peppers.
• For extra creaminess, blend a portion of the soup and mix it back in.
• If you like a bit of spice, add some red pepper flakes for a kick.

Variation

You can easily make this soup vegan by using all plant-based ingredients, which it already is! Additionally, you can substitute chickpeas with lentils or any other beans you prefer.

FAQs

Can I freeze this soup?

Yes, you can freeze One-Pot Creamy Vegetable Soup. Just let it cool, then transfer to a freezer-safe container. It can last up to 3 months in the freezer. Thaw it in the fridge before reheating.

Can I use fresh vegetables instead of frozen?

Absolutely! Fresh vegetables will work just fine. Just make sure to chop them into similar sizes for even cooking.

Is this soup gluten-free?

You can make it gluten-free by using gluten-free flour instead of all-purpose flour. Just check the other ingredients to ensure they are gluten-free as well.