Johnson's Smoked Paprika Vegetable Soup
A deeply flavorful, smoky vegetable soup with carrots, celery, and a touch of smoked paprika for warmth. This vegetarian-inspired soups (vegetarian) ready in about 40 minutes pairs medium, diced carrots, stalks, diced celery, diced yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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.
Ingredients
- 2 medium, diced carrots
- 2 stalks, diced celery
- 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 tsp chicken bouillon
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup chopped kale
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup diced yellow onion and 2 stalks diced celery, cooking for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Step 2: Stir in 2 medium diced carrots, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, and 1/2 tsp chicken bouillon. Cook for 2 minutes until aromatic.
- Step 3: Add 2 cups vegetable broth and 1/2 cup diced tomatoes. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes until vegetables are tender. Stir in 1 cup chopped kale and 1/4 tsp sea salt, cooking for 5 more minutes until kale is wilted.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Johnson's Smoked Paprika Vegetable Soup take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Johnson's Smoked Paprika Vegetable Soup?
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 medium, diced carrots from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Johnson's Smoked Paprika Vegetable Soup?
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 Johnson's Smoked Paprika Vegetable Soup 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.
Is Johnson's Smoked Paprika Vegetable Soup vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
