Ultimate Hearty Homemade Vegetable Soup Recipe: Comforting, Healthy, and Easy to Make

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 onions, chopped
• 5 garlic cloves, minced
• 5 celery stalks (with leaves), chopped
• 5 carrots, chopped
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 4 cups V8 vegetable juice
• 1 (13 oz) can diced tomatoes
• ½ (13 oz) can green beans, drained
• 1 (12 oz) can corn, drained
• 1 ½ teaspoons dried parsley
• 1 ½ teaspoons dried thyme
• 1 ½ teaspoons salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 ¼ teaspoons dried basil
• ½ (13 oz) can cannelloni beans, drained and rinsed
• 3 oz ditalini pasta (uncooked)

Preparation:

In a large stockpot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions, minced garlic, celery, and carrots. Sauté until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning. This step builds the flavorful base of your homemade vegetable soup.

Next, pour in vegetable broth, V8 juice, and diced tomatoes (with their juices). Stir in corn, green beans, salt, pepper, thyme, basil, and parsley. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook on low heat for 75 minutes. This slow simmer allows the flavors to meld, creating a rich and comforting vegetable soup recipe.

After 75 minutes, add the cannelloni beans and ditalini pasta. Stir well and continue to simmer for an additional 15 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente. Keep an eye on the soup and stir frequently to prevent sticking.

Once done, remove the soup from the heat. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve this hearty vegetable soup hot with a side of crusty bread for a satisfying meal.

Notes:

• Storing: This soup freezes beautifully! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 6 months, or keep it in the fridge for up to 7 days.
• Low-Carb Option: For a lower-carb version, omit the pasta and increase the amount of vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, or spinach.

Nutrition (Per 8 oz Serving):

• Calories: 129 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 23g
• Protein: 3g
• Fat: 3g
• Saturated Fat: 1g
• Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g
• Monounsaturated Fat: 2g
• Sodium: 1164mg
• Potassium: 456mg
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 9g
• Vitamin A: 6313 IU
• Vitamin C: 37mg
• Calcium: 50mg
• Iron: 1mg

Enjoy this ultimate hearty vegetable soup as a wholesome, nourishing meal any time of the year!