Simple Reboot Vegetable Soup with Herb Infusion
A gentle, anti-inflammatory soup designed for Whole30 resets, featuring clean ingredients to avoid hidden sugars and support digestive health. This mediterranean-inspired whole30 ready in about 25 minutes pairs thinly sliced carrot, diced zucchini, chopped celery for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 1 cup, thinly sliced carrot
- 1 cup, diced zucchini
- 1/2 cup, chopped celery
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 3 cups water
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat a pot over medium heat and add 1 tbsp coconut aminos, then add 1 cup thinly sliced carrot, 1 cup diced zucchini, and 1/2 cup chopped celery, sautéing for 5 minutes until vegetables are slightly softened.
- Step 2: Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 tsp dried thyme, stirring for 1 minute until fragrant, then pour in 3 cups water and 1/4 tsp sea salt.
- Step 3: Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes until vegetables are tender, stirring once halfway through.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Simple Reboot Vegetable Soup with Herb Infusion take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Simple Reboot Vegetable Soup with Herb Infusion?
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 thinly sliced carrot from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Simple Reboot Vegetable Soup with Herb Infusion?
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 Simple Reboot Vegetable Soup with Herb Infusion for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Simple Reboot Vegetable Soup with Herb Infusion?
Mediterranean whole30 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.
What others are saying
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My whole family loved this.
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Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
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Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
