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    Home » Recipes » Soups, Stews, and Chilis

    Quinoa Vegetable Soup (Dairy Free, Gluten Free)

    Published: Aug 2, 2016 · Modified: Dec 12, 2019 by Jenn Sebestyen

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    Quinoa Vegetable Soup – quick and easy soup made with summer vegetables. Light tasting, yet filling from the protein packed quinoa.

    Bowl of Quinoa Vegetable Soup topped with a sprig of fresh parsley.

    Soups On

    For me, soups on all year long. I don’t care how hot it is, soup is always a good choice. Especially quick and easy soups that don’t require having the stove on all day. This Quinoa Vegetable Soup can be made in about 30 minutes, making it perfect for a weeknight meal. The flavors are light, the vegetables are packed with nutrition, and the quinoa is filling.

    Three bowls of Quinoa Vegetable Soup

    Make it a Meal

    Truly, this Vegetable Soup with Quinoa is a meal in itself, but, it’s light enough to be an easy lunch that won’t weigh you down. If you are looking to add even more staying power, serve it up with some crusty bread or even add some cooked macaroni noodles or orzo to the soup before serving. A salad is always a good combo choice with soup as well. Even the kids love this one. Now, that’s a win!

    Quinoa Vegetable Soup in a white bowl next to a red floral dish cloth.

    Take it Into Fall/Winter

    I’ve created this Quinoa Vegetable Soup soup to be enjoyed in the heat of summer, but believe me, you can enjoy this deliciousness into the cooler months too. These days you can find fresh vegetables and herbs all year long in the grocery stores, but feel free to swap out for your favorites or what’s on sale. Even a bag of frozen mixed vegetables would work in this soup and be just as tasty!

    Spoonful of Quinoa Vegetable Soup

    Quinoa Vegetable Soup

    You can see how much I love soup here and I hope you love it just as much! If you make this Quinoa Vegetable Soup please leave me a comment with your feedback and star rating below. I love hearing from you guys! You can also find me on social media. Be sure to tag @veggie_inspired and #veggieinspired so I’m sure to see it.

    Chunky vegetable quinoa soup in a white bowl.

    Quinoa Vegetable Soup

    A very light and fresh tasting summer vegetable soup, but very filling with the addition of the protein packed quinoa.
    5 from 4 votes
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    Course: Entree, Soup
    Cuisine: dairy free, gluten free, nut free, soy free, vegan
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 134kcal
    Author: Jenn Sebestyen

    Ingredients

    • 3 medium or 2 large carrots (peeled and diced)
    • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar (divided)
    • 1 tbsp coconut aminos (or tamari or soy sauce)
    • 6 cups vegetable broth
    • 28 oz can diced tomatoes
    • ½ cup quinoa
    • 1 zucchini (chopped) (about 1 cup)
    • 1 cup peas
    • 2 tsp salt
    • 5-6 leaves fresh basil (chopped)
    • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

    Instructions

    • In a soup pot over medium-high heat, heat ¼ cup vegetable broth. Add the diced carrot, 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar and coconut aminos. Sauté for 7-8 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
    • Add the diced tomatoes remaining vegetable broth, and quinoa and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 15 minutes.
    • Add the zucchini, peas, salt, basil, parsley and additional tbsp of balsamic. Simmer another 3-4 minutes.
    • Adjust seasoning as desired. Serve hot.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 134kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1714mg | Potassium: 654mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 10600IU | Vitamin C: 51.2mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 4mg

    Nutrition values are calculated using online calculators and are estimates only. Please verify using your own data.

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    Comments

    1. Lani Strom says

      April 12, 2021 at 6:34 pm

      OMG! I am a vegan oil no sugar or flour and this was just up my alley .I increased it to 10 svgs and fell in love right away..Flavorful and downright delicious. This is definitely going to be a staple in our house. Thank you, thank you, thank you.5 stars

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      • Jenn Sebestyen says

        April 12, 2021 at 7:58 pm

        Wonderful! So happy you love it. Thank you, Lani!

        Reply
    2. Christine says

      September 30, 2017 at 11:47 am

      Thank you for this recipe! I’m making it for the second time this week. This time I’m adding leftover taco meat. It’s gonna be delicious!5 stars

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        September 30, 2017 at 2:52 pm

        Thank you, Christine! So glad to hear you love it. Enjoy!

        Reply
    3. Joanna Skolnick says

      December 14, 2016 at 3:21 pm

      Jen could I do this in crock pot?

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        December 14, 2016 at 4:16 pm

        Probably, but it would only take a couple of hours. Delicate veggies that you don’t want to turn to mush. 🙂

        Reply
    4. Jessica says

      August 08, 2016 at 6:30 pm

      This looks fantastic! I also love soup all year round!

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        August 08, 2016 at 9:00 pm

        Thanks, Jessica!

        Reply
    5. Bernadette says

      August 07, 2016 at 5:51 pm

      Hi Jenn

      Your quinoa vegetable soup is awesome. Even better the next day. What a great left over. Goes great with grilled cheese. I look forward to your next recipe. Thank you so much for sharing and all that you do. : )

      Sincerely

      Bernadette5 stars

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      • Jenn S. says

        August 08, 2016 at 8:25 am

        Thank you so much, Bernadette! I’m so happy you love it! Thanks for stopping by to let me know…I appreciate it. Have a great week!

        Reply
    6. Alisa Fleming says

      August 05, 2016 at 12:08 am

      I love that this is made with ingredients I keep on hand. I just need to pick up some fresh basil!

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        August 05, 2016 at 8:59 am

        Well, I wish I could send you some. I have so much basil taking over my garden right now. I’m not complaining though – I’m putting it in everything!

        Reply
    7. Anjali says

      August 04, 2016 at 10:40 pm

      Quinoa is one of my favorite things to add to soups, especially when I’m cleaning my fridge out of veggies! Adding it to a pressure cooker! This looks lovely!

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        August 05, 2016 at 8:56 am

        Great idea, Anjali. This soup could probably be made with 1-2 minute time in the pressure cooker. Can’t be that!

        Reply
    8. Gin says

      August 03, 2016 at 1:14 pm

      Ooh nice, balsamic! LOL I will totally just tell you now I’m stealing that. This soup looks wonderful, perfect for a nice summer dinner!5 stars

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        August 03, 2016 at 8:43 pm

        Haha! Glad you love the sound of it, Gin! Balsamic is one of my favorite things – I could drink that stuff! 🙂

        Reply
    9. Uma says

      August 02, 2016 at 11:30 pm

      I was thinking to make quinoa soup yesterday. Perfect timings. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        August 03, 2016 at 8:37 pm

        Oh perfect! I hope you love this one. Thanks, Uma!

        Reply
    10. Amy Katz from Veggies Save The Day says

      August 02, 2016 at 2:15 pm

      I love soups that only take 30 minutes!

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        August 02, 2016 at 4:45 pm

        Right? Me too!! 🙂 Thanks, Amy!

        Reply
    11. Nicole Dawson says

      August 02, 2016 at 9:37 am

      I never knew anyone who didn’t like soup 🙂 but I’m with you Jenn, I could eat soup every day.

      Reply
      • Jenn S. says

        August 02, 2016 at 10:53 am

        Yay! Soup Every Day! 🙂 Thanks, Nicole!

        Reply
    12. Strength and Sunshine says

      August 02, 2016 at 7:56 am

      Haha, I am the most anti-soup person 😛 Definitely not summer either! My mom was “yelling” at me to make some soup sometime soon….I had to let her down gently 😛

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      • Jenn S. says

        August 02, 2016 at 8:22 am

        Oh, that’s too bad. You are missing out! I seriously could eat soup every day. Love it so much! Tell your mom to come on over to my house!! 🙂

        Reply

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