Hearty Road Trip Soup in a Jar

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Dehydrated soup mix with vegetables and herbs that reconstitutes into a comforting meal with just hot water. This american-inspired soups ready in about 20 minutes pairs dried carrots, dried onions, dried celery for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 4, 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.

Prep: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 120 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup dried carrots, 1/2 cup dried onions, 1/2 cup dried celery, 1/2 cup dried green beans, 1/4 cup dried peas, 1/4 cup dried parsley, 2 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp dried rosemary, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 cup dehydrated beef broth, and 1/4 cup dried diced potatoes.
  2. Step 2: Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed. Pack into clean, airtight jars (about 1 cup per jar).
  3. Step 3: Label each jar with 'Add 2 cups hot water and simmer for 10 minutes'. Store in a cool, dry place until ready to use on your trip.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Hearty Road Trip Soup in a Jar take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (20 min prep + 0 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 Hearty Road Trip Soup in a Jar?

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 dried carrots from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Hearty Road Trip Soup in a Jar?

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 Hearty Road Trip Soup in a Jar for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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.

What goes well with Hearty Road Trip Soup in a Jar?

American soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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