Vegetable Soup is hearty and savory, full of nourishing veggies like tomatoes, corn, green beans, celery, and potatoes, ready in under 45 minutes!
It’s cold outside, which means we’re warming up in the kitchen with all of our favorites like Ultimate Slow Cooker Pot Roast, Classic Beef Chili and Ultimate Sloppy Joes!
VEGETABLE SOUP
Vegetable Soup is the PERFECT dish for a cold day, made with hearty potatoes and corn, green beans, celery, carrots, and onions in a seasoned chicken broth.
I can honestly say that this is one of my favorite soup recipes of all time. I like to serve this with toasted garlic bread, a side salad, and some cheddar or parmesan cheese on top.
This vegetable soup recipe is really versatile. You can use whatever veggies that are in season, or this is a great recipe to use up leftover veggies from the night before. I’ve also made this using Italian seasoning or oregano, parsley, and thyme with various different types of broth before with a lot of success.
I usually make this on the stovetop because it’s pretty quick to throw together, but it does really well in both the slow cooker and the instant pot. Once you try this soup recipe, you will never look at the store-bought stuff the same way again.
HOW TO MAKE VEGETABLE SOUP IN THE SLOW COOKER
Vegetable soup is REALLY easy to make in the slow cooker. Just put everything in, stir to mix together, and cook on low for eight hours or on high for four hours. You can refer to my Slow Cooker Vegetable Beef Soup for a similar version (but with beef – which you can definitely leave out if you want).
HOW LONG IS VEGETABLE SOUP GOOD FOR?
Vegetable soup will last wrapped tightly in the refrigerator for about 4 days. Reheat your soup over medium-low heat on the stove, stirring occasionally until warm.
CAN YOU FREEZE VEGETABLE SOUP?
Vegetable soup is perfect for making ahead and freezing. Let the soup cool down completely, then seal it in an airtight container and freeze for up to 5-6 months. I usually make a double batch when I make this just so I can freeze some for a quick dinner another night.
MORE SOUP RECIPES
- Creamy Chicken Poblano Pepper Soup
- Chili’s Chicken Enchilada Soup (Copycat)
- Slow Cooker Ham and Potato Soup
- Slow Cooker Stuffed Pepper Soup
- Slow Cooker Broccoli Cheddar Cheese Soup
HOW TO MAKE VEGETABLE SOUP IN THE INSTANT POT
- Place all of your ingredients in the instant pot. Lock the lid and seal the pressure valve.
- On manual mode, set the instant pot for 10 minutes on high. Let it release naturally.
WHAT ELSE CAN YOU ADD TO VEGETABLE SOUP?
- Bell peppers
- Mixed frozen veggies
- Parsnips
- Chickpeas
- Kidney beans
- Zucchini
- Kale or spinach
- Shredded cabbage
TIPS FOR MAKING VEGETABLE SOUP
- To save time, you can substitute a drained can of diced tomatoes for hand-diced tomatoes in this homemade vegetable soup recipe.
- Add browned ground beef, turkey, sausage, or cubed extra firm tofu to this recipe for a higher protein option. You can also use leftover Rotisserie Chicken!
- Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth to make this soup vegetarian. You can also change which broth you’re using depending on your flavor preference.
- If you’re going to add leafy greens to the soup, like kale or spinach, add them about 20 minutes before you’re ready to serve.
- Add some al dente pasta right before serving to add some carbs to this vegetable soup recipe.
- This recipe is dairy free as-is, but you can add ¾ cup of half and half or coconut milk just before serving for a creamy vegetable soup recipe.
- Add a dash of cayenne pepper, diced jalapeno, or red pepper flakes to add some spicy seasoning to this soup.
- For a thicker soup base, add 3-4 tablespoons of tomato puree.
- Use a taco seasoning packet for a Tex-Mex veggie soup and serve with crunchy tortilla chips.
Recipe
Vegetable Soup
- Yield: 6 servings
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Course: Dinner, Soup
- Cuisine: American
- Author: Sabrina Snyder
Vegetable Soup is hearty and savory, full of nourishing veggies like tomatoes, corn, green beans, celery, and potatoes, ready in under 45 minutes!
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 yellow onion , diced
- 2 stalks celery , diced
- 2 cloves garlic , minced
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
- 1 large potato , peeled and diced
- 2 carrots , sliced
- 1 cup corn
- 1 cup peas
- 1 cup green beans , chopped
- 2 vine tomatoes , diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups V-8 juice
Instructions
Note: click on times in the instructions to start a kitchen timer while cooking.
In a large stock pot add the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onions, celery and garlic for 4-5 minutes until translucent.
Add in the rest of the ingredients and bringing to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 30 minutes.
Recipe Notes
Note: click on times in the instructions to start a kitchen timer while cooking.
Nutrition Information
Yield: 6 servings, Amount per serving: 179 calories, Calories: 179g, Carbohydrates: 21g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 10g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 1389mg, Potassium: 775mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 7g, Vitamin A: 4355g, Vitamin C: 42.4g, Calcium: 57g, Iron: 2.4g
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This is my first time trying this recipe. I followed the recipe but I think mine turned out more watery in comparison to the picture and it’s on the bland side. I’ll add more salt and hope that fixes it. Any suggestions? Thanks!
Hi! The picture makes it look thicker than it is, but it is a more watery soup than creamy. Did you use broth and v8?
Was wondering after it boils could I put it on low to cook overnight?
On the stove on low? or in a slow cooker on low? I would be nervous to leave an open flame unattended overnight.
I wish I would have kept track of how many times I’ve made this recipe in the past year! I’ve simplified it a little to make it even quicker. I buy frozen chopped onions, carrots & celery, bag of frozen veggies, can of diced tomatoes and add a little cumin and other seasonings.
Thanks for letting me know how much you enjoy it! The frozen veggies is such a great hack!
This was an awesome recipe. Only alteration was using two bags of frozen mixed vegetables because it was a quicker option at the time. This is another great Dinner then Dessert recipe getting added to my family’s meal rotation. Thank you Sabrina!
Thanks, Katie! Using frozen is a great shortcut, glad you enjoyed it.
This soup was good, but I only gave 4 stars because there was no seasoning except salt and pepper. I added basil and Italian seasoning.
This soup is delicious! The V8 added a nice flavor without having to add additional seasoning.
My family really liked the soup. I used vegetable broth instead of chicken broth and it still turned out really hearty.
Easy, healthy and delicious recipe. I’ve made it three times in the last couple of months, family loves it and even sent the recipe to my mother-in-law who can’t wait to make it.
Oh yea! Oh yea! loved it
Sabrina, thank you for your vegetable soup recipe. Your recipe inspired me to make a pot full of vegetable soup. Missing some ingredients like the V8, carrots, string beans and chicken broth. No sodium as I suffer from. Kidney disease as well as Diabetes. But I used all the rest of the vegetables including fresh and diced tomatoes and low sodium beef broth. I did add low sodium kidney beans well rinsed and basil, oregano, cumin and a bit of chili powder. Thank you.
It was delicious.
This soup was fantastic as easy to make! Thank you for sharing!
It tasted good but was greasy. I think the 1/4 cup of oil is too much. It is oily on top. Sure smells good too.
Delicious! For the V-8 I added one cup of Original and 1+ cup of Spicy Hot…good call. And I added a bay leaf.
Great recipe, will be a frequent.
I have made this two weekends in a row. I love it and feel good for eating it. This last time I counted 10 vegetables I had in it which included Kale and Brussel Sprouts. I also added cumin both times and smoked paprika. This last time I added about 1/3 pint of my homemade salsa. It gave it a nice kick.
I absolutely love this recipe and use it all the time!?? I add green beans, red pepper flakes and tomato paste to it. It freezes well and I bring it out for company regularly with homemade buns. So happy that I have found the perfect vegetable soup. Thank you so much ?
This has become my go-to veg. soup!! SO good! I def add more herbs & spices, but one trick to share: I pretty much always have everything on-hand I need to make this except fresh green beans. I’ve substituted frozen mixed veggies for the green beans and it works great. I’ve also subbed a can of diced tomatoes for the 2 fresh, and that works great as well. This is a delicious soup that has become a real staple over the last couple months.
I’m glad you love it so much, Amy.
How long should I cook in crock pot? Low, high?
You’ll want to cook it on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours. Enjoy!
I have this cooking on the stove right now and it smells so good! Can you add more chicken broth and v8 to make it more soupy or will that mess up the flavor? Mine is looking a little on the chunky side and I feel like it needs more liquid.
No, you can adjust it more to your liking. Enjoy!
Soup was excellent. Sweeter in taste than I anticipated but a pleasant surprise. I swapped out normal potato with a sweet, and chicken broth with vegetable broth. Then I topped off the soup with some fresh avocado slices. DELICIOUS. thanks Sabrina!
I wish I had seen your potato swap suggestion before I made this! Next time!
This was delicious! A keeper and great way to use up all those veggies in the fridge. I did it in the crock pot. I added cabbage and smoked paprika. I also used the purée which I think was key. Before serving topped with sumac (my new favorite spice) Easy and healthy ! Win win !
Yay!! So glad you enjoyed it, Wanda.
This was fantastic. I substituted a sweet potato instead of using a regular potato.
I made this in the instant pot. Takes a lot longer in a pressure cooker so next time I’ll do it over the stove. I didn’t have any V8 so I replaced it with four cups of vegetables broth. And I added a bunch of My favorite seasonings. Had it with crusty Italian bread.
This recipe is so much like the one I grow up on but my mom put in meatballs loved coming home in the snowy days from school in the 60’s and smell great smells . I’m ageing myself, my husband hates soups for dinner he’s ok at lunch , it’s ok I make soup anyway , I live in Colorado Springs Co thx
FINALLY, a vegetable soup that I like! Time and again, I’ve tried recipes and … ehhh… Thank you for one that was really good. After the onion/garlic step, I sauteed all of the veg a bit before adding the broth/V8. Very good. Will add this into the rotation for us.
Does V8 have added sugar and sodium? What do you suggest I substitute with if I decided not to use V8? Thank you!
I’m pretty sure they make a low sodium version of V8.
Can you freeze this soup ok and do you have to add v8
This soup freezes wonderfully! If you don’t want to use V8 I’d recommend replacing it with sone type of tomato puree or sauce and then adding your salt and spices to your liking. Enjoy!
Fantastic!! So hearty! I added kale, mushrooms and thyme. So delish!!!
Do you use fresh or frozen vegetables (I do not like canned)? Sounds like a wonderful recipe and can’t wait to make it!
I prefer fresh vegetables especially when it’s the main component of the meal. I hope you enjoy it!
Just making my second batch. I have a canner so I do a big batch and can it. I loved this soup and is a favourite now
How do u can it pressure if so how long temperature
This turned out great! I made a vegan version and used vegetable broth and also added in a teaspoon of salt free seasoning blend and a bay leaf. I used a can of diced tomatoes instead of the V8. I sauteed the onion, garlic, and celery in the instant pot on the saute setting, and then I added the rest of the ingredients and cooked it on high pressure for 7 minutes with a natural release and it was perfect, especially with some nutritional yeast sprinkled on top. I will definitely keep making this…thanks for the great recipe!
Thanks for all of the tips and feedback, Kimberly!
Love this recipe. I add hickory smoked salt to it and it was perfect. Yum! I like thought of meatballs in it!
Such a great idea, Christy.
Absolutely delicious. I used low sodium chicken broth and Spicy low sodium V8. The spice gives it an extra kick. Also sprinkled with Parmesan cheese. This recipe will become a staple in my house.
Delicious-so very good. I substituted a can of no-salt diced tomatoes and used a low-sodium chicken broth. Will definitely be making this soup again.
I make a very similar soup but plan to try this one soon for variety. In mine, I start by browning a half pound of quality ground sirloin and we add barley. The v8 could really be a nice change to the crushed tomatoes I usually use too. Maybe spicy v8?
Was wondering if you’d be willing to share your recipe. It sounds delicious and I would love to give it a try. If not I totally understand.
Wonderful soup…i did not use V8.
I roasted my own tomatoes with olive oil, salt/pepper and put some whole and the rest puree.
I grated parmesan cheese. Delicious
It’s a great recipe. I’ve been making vegetable soup since I was a kid. In the last few years, I’ve started adding a couple of tablespoons of apple cider vinegar to it and it really brightens it up.
Does apple cider vinegar brighten the color or the flavor?
Flavor!
Do you add canned corn in their juices ?
If you’re using canned corn, make sure to drain it.
Delicious hearty soup.
This has become one of my favorite soups! I chop the carrots, cellery, and onion very fine in the blender. Then instead of tomatoes I add tomato sauce (my husband refuses to eat anything with tomatoes in it) and some cooked ground beef. My husband even loves this meal, and he is faaaarrrr from a vegetable lover.
Yay!! Thanks for coming back to let me know, Whitney.
This is the perfect vegetable soup recipe! I’ve made it 3 times and it’s very good. It’s the only one I will ever use!
Cam across this recipe and it looks scrumptious However,
I am from South Africa and am not quite sure of what V8 is. Could you please enlighten me
V8 is a vegetable juice. It’s mainly tomato juice but also contains carrots, celery, lettuce, watercress, beets, spinach and parsley. Hope this helps!
Slightly condensed tomato juice with a lot of salt
I always add more vegetables than on any recipe. I also never have v8 on hand and it still turns out amazing. Love this recipe I have made it so many times I have it memorized. I always go back to this one when I want something cozy.
Delicious, my family loves. It’s low in calories and very harty?
I added some cabbage and red kidney beans and fresh mushrooms. Plus I used vegetable juice. It turned out delicious!
Just made this!! Sooo good. Wish I could add a picture ?? Thank you! Def saving this recipe
This soup is delicious! I love the addition of the V8. Really adds so much flavour. I don’t add the potato, I put 1/2 cup of barley instead.
Delicious and super easy.