Description
This Vegan Italian Penicillin Soup is the ultimate plant-based comfort food, perfect for when you’re feeling under the weather or simply craving a warm, hearty bowl. Packed with tender pasta, immune-boosting vegetables, and a flavorful herb-infused broth, it’s both soothing and satisfying. Great for quick lunches, easy dinners, or a cozy healthy snack. Whether you’re looking for dinner ideas, a quick meal prep option, or an easy recipe for cold days, this soup will become a household favorite.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 ribs celery, diced
2 large carrots, chopped
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh)
6 cups vegetable broth
1 cup short pasta (mafalda, ditalini, or small shells)
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons vegan parmesan (optional)
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and carrots. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened.
2. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
3. Add bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
4. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
5. Add pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente, about 8–10 minutes.
6. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more broth or water if it thickens too much.
7. Remove bay leaves and serve hot, garnished with parsley and vegan parmesan if using.
Notes
If preparing ahead, cook the pasta separately and add when reheating to avoid sogginess.
Add a squeeze of lemon or a spoonful of miso at the end for extra brightness and depth.
Use a high-quality broth for maximum flavor in this simple soup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: vegan soup, easy dinner, plant-based recipe, healthy soup, quick meal, comfort food, dinner ideas