Half-Cut Vegetable Soup with Herb Swirl
A comforting soup where half the vegetables are pureed for creaminess and half remain chunked for texture, enhanced with a vibrant herb swirl. This mediterranean-inspired soups (vegetarian, gluten-free) ready in about 55 minutes pairs medium, peeled and diced carrots, stalks, diced celery, large, peeled and diced potatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 medium, peeled and diced carrots
- 2 stalks, diced celery
- 1 large, peeled and diced potatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh dill
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat; add 2 diced carrots, 2 diced celery stalks, and 1 diced potato, then cook for 5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
- Step 2: Pour in 4 cups vegetable broth, bring to a gentle simmer, and cook uncovered for 20 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Step 3: Remove 1/2 cup of the soup (including broth) and blend until smooth; return to the pot, then stir in 1/2 cup coconut milk and simmer for 5 minutes until heated through.
- Step 4: Season with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill; serve warm with additional dill for garnish.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Half-Cut Vegetable Soup with Herb Swirl take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (20 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Half-Cut Vegetable Soup with Herb Swirl?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep stalks, diced celery from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Half-Cut Vegetable Soup with Herb Swirl?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Half-Cut Vegetable Soup with Herb Swirl for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Half-Cut Vegetable Soup with Herb Swirl vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian, gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
