Photon Broth: Clear Vegetable Soup
A delicate, clear soup infused with fresh herbs and vegetables, offering a refreshing taste that captures the essence of pure light. This general-inspired soups (vegetarian) ready in about 27 minutes pairs low-sodium vegetable broth, sliced carrots, sliced zucchini for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 41 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
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup, sliced carrots
- 1 cup, sliced zucchini
- 1/2 cup, sliced mushrooms
- 1/4 cup, chopped celery
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh dill
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Step 2: Add 1 cup sliced carrots and 1 cup sliced zucchini, and simmer for 8 minutes until the vegetables are just tender and translucent.
- Step 3: Stir in 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms, 1/4 cup chopped celery, 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook for 3 minutes until fragrant and flavors meld.
- Step 4: Drizzle 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil over the soup surface and serve immediately while hot.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Photon Broth: Clear Vegetable Soup take to make?
Total time is about 27 minutes (15 min prep + 12 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 Photon Broth: Clear 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 low-sodium vegetable broth from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Photon Broth: Clear 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 Photon Broth: Clear 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 Photon Broth: Clear 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
- ★★★★★
Perfect soups recipe for a weeknight dinner.
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 12-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
