Soups
Acorn Squash Soup
Serves: 4
Time: 1 hr 15 mins
Difficulty: Intermediate
Maybe because of its sweet kick that is why the squash is classified as a fruit rather than a vegetable. Still, this good batch of soup has nutritional benefits; it is good for the heart and the eyes. Although this recipe calls for more than […]
Cauliflower Soup
Serves: 5
Time: 55 mins
Difficulty: Intermediate
Said to be one of the most nutritious cruciferous vegetables, the cauliflower is rich in Vitamin C and Vitamin K. There are also some studies that say that the vegetable helps prevent cancer. So, with a combination of other nutritional foods such as onion and […]
Watercress Soup
Serves: 8
Time: 10 mins
Difficulty: Beginner
Although watercress is seasonal, this salad leaf is full of vitamins and minerals. That is why heath nuts crave and love it. The recipe below calls for little time, a few ingredients, and voila, you whip yourself up a tasteful treat. Try adding some foodstuff, […]
Turnip Soup
Serves: 4
Time: 1 hr
Difficulty: Intermediate
Turnip Soup Recipe Turnips are one of those vegetables that are at the bottom of my list, and is the same for a lot of people I know. Turnips are naturally bitter, but when cooked correctly a natural sweetness flows through. I was very skeptical […]
Mango Ginger Coconut Soup
Serves: 4
Time: 50 mins
Difficulty: Intermediate
I try to vary my dining week by throwing in vegetarian-only dishes that still pack a lot of flavor, but give me some of the veggies I may have missed out. I also love using ginger in recipes because of the many health benefits. Trust […]
Cucumber Soup
Serves: 4
Time: 20 mins
Difficulty: Beginner
Cucumbers have long been used raw. However, there is more to this fruit, than being a part of one’s beauty regimen. Cucumbers are also rich in vitamin C and manganese. This quick to go cucumber soup procedure, will surely fill one’s tummy of its rich […]
Vitamix Vegetable Soup
Serves: 4
Time: 1 hr
Difficulty: Intermediate
A medley of vegetables including broccoli, carrots, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts brought together and pureed with a blender make for a very hearty Vitamix vegetable soup. This can also be made with other high powered blenders such as a Blendtec. The great thing about a vegetable […]
Broccoli Cheese Soup
Serves: 4
Time: 10 mins
Difficulty: Easy
This recipe for broccoli cheese soup is both quick and easy. In as little as 10 minutes, you can have a healthy meal loaded with vitamins and nutrients. And, you might even convince someone who doesn’t like broccoli to give this a try. It’s that […]
Corn Soup Recipe
Serves: 4
Time: 45 mins
Difficulty: Beginner
This delicate corn soup recipe gains a touch of richness from full-fat sour cream and an added bite of sweet from red pepper. Corn in its various forms is available throughout the year which means this soup can be made at any time. It is […]
Festive Pumpkin Soup
Serves: 4
Time: 30 mins
Difficulty: Beginner
When one thinks of pumpkins, one often thinks of Halloween. Ah! Those jack o’ lanterns often decorated in the streets. However, there is more that you can do with this fruit. One of our favorites would be turning them in to soup.
Zucchini Soup Recipe
Serves: 4-6
Time: 1 hr
Difficulty: Intermediate
Roasted Garlic Zucchini Soup Recipe Despite zucchini’s amazing ability to adapt to various cuisines and really bring in added flavor, the vegetable is not as popular as some of its cousins. This soup shines a light on the amazing zucchini and brings out its true flavors […]
Red Lentil Soup Turkish Style
Serves: 4
Time: 40 mins
Difficulty: Intermediate
The Ottoman kitchen has produced some magnificent dishes, however one of the tastiest I find is a humble soup. The Turkish Mercimek Corbasi (Lentil Soup) is simple and yet so satisfying. The earthy goodness of the lentil and sweet carrot instantly transform into a delicate […]
Buttery Asparagus Soup
Serves: 4
Time: 1 hr
Difficulty: Intermediate
Asparagus has a lovely nutty quality that lends itself well to soups. This soup includes fresh lemon which really gets into the depth of the asparagus to reveal an additional layer of flavor
Chick Pea Soup
Serves: 6
Time: 1 hr
Difficulty: Intermediate
Chick peas have been a staple in Middle Eastern dishes for a long time, but now as many household kitchens go international the chick pea is gaining status as a hearty staple in the kitchen. This chick pea soup recipe includes a ton of flavor […]
Roasted Butternut Squash and Red Pepper Soup
Serves: 4
Time: 1 hr 45 mins
Difficulty: Intermediate
The fantastic squash display in my local market had me thinking about taking advantage of the abundance of this vegetable during the Fall. And of course there is nothing as comforting as a big bowl of butternut squash soup. I added some roasted red peppers […]
Creamy Mushroom Asiago Soup
Serves: 4
Time: 1 hr
Difficulty: Intermediate
Mushrooms are hearty soul-of-earth food and when cooked right they are a meal unto their own. Cream of mushroom soup is a staple for many of my vegetarian friends and I have joined the party – when there is a mushroom around you don’t really […]
Cauliflower and Mozzarella Soup
Serves: 4
Time: 1 hr
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cauliflower is one of those vegetables that can really take on any flavor. Combine cauliflower with cheese and its an instant match, but take that match one step further and soup it up. Pair your creamy soup with a salad and that makes for a […]
Roasted Cauliflower Soup
Cauliflower is one of those few vegetables that can hold its own in raw form and as a simple puree. Roasting the cauliflower and then mashing it up to create a creamy soup plays on the vegetables ability to be adaptive and flavorful in its […]
Chickpea Egg Drop Soup
Serves: 4
Time: 45 mins
Difficulty: Advanced
Brimming with flavor, this soup isn’t that simple, as some who have a try of it consider it as a meal in itself. With chickpea, eggs, and a few spices to add zest, it’s no wonder why people go yearning for more.
Creamy Tomato Soup
Serves: 8
Time: 45 mins
Difficulty: Intermediate
Making a creamy tomato soup is quite easy. You would have no idea how simple it can be once you try this recipe. All you need are a few spices, chicken broths, milk and cream, and of course the most important thing tomatoes. This tomato […]
Vitamix Broccoli Soup
Serves: 6
Time: 1 hr
Difficulty: Intermediate
Luckily, broccoli is not only delicious but is also very nutritious. It tastes great steamed, stir fried, baked, and just about any way it’s commonly cooked. You can now make it at home, very easily, as a Vitamix broccoli soup! Broccoli is a good source […]
Zucchini Soup
Serves: 4
Time: 30 mins
Difficulty: Beginner
The Zucchini soup was shared by one of our dear readers. Shelley stumbled upon this amazing recipe with some leftover zucchini. She added a spice here and there, and was licking her lips even before she was pouring soups into the bowls. Here is something […]
