Spiced Turmeric and Collagen Vegetable Soup
A nourishing vegetable soup enriched with turmeric and bioavailable collagen powder, offering antioxidants and a cozy depth of flavor. This general-inspired soups (vegetarian) ready in about 35 minutes pairs olive oil, medium yellow onion, diced, medium carrots, diced 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.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves minced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 2 tbsp bioavailable collagen powder
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a large pot, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 diced yellow onion, 2 diced carrots, and 2 diced celery stalks. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until vegetables are softened and onions are translucent.
- Step 2: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground turmeric, and 1/2 tsp ground cumin. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Pour in 6 cups vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Step 4: Add 1 diced zucchini and simmer for an additional 5 minutes until tender.
- Step 5: Remove the pot from heat and whisk in 2 tbsp bioavailable collagen powder until fully dissolved.
- Step 6: Stir in 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving warm.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Spiced Turmeric and Collagen Vegetable Soup take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 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 Spiced Turmeric and Collagen 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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spiced Turmeric and Collagen 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 Spiced Turmeric and Collagen 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 Spiced Turmeric and Collagen 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.
