Light Vegetable Soup (Paleo, 15-Minute Lunch)
Looking for an easy, healthy lunch that fits your vegetable soup recipe routine? This light vegetable soup is naturally grain-free, gluten-free and dairy-free, made with whole ingredients you can pronounce. It’s one of our favorite paleo recipes for anyone following a paleo diet — quick to prepare, packed with protein and healthy fats, and guaranteed to keep you full and energized.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Time: 10 minutes prep, 25 minutes cook
- Servings: 1
- Diet: Paleo, gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free
- Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
- 2 tsp coconut oil
- 1/4 cup diced onion
- 1 small carrot, thinly sliced
- 1 small zucchini, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 tsp dried thyme
- 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup vegetable broth
Instructions
- Sauté the onions in the coconut oil in a large pan until translucent.
- Add all the other ingredients except the vegetable broth.
- Cover and cook on low heat, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are done (about 10 minutes).
- Add the broth, increase the heat and bring to a boil.
- Reduce to medium heat and cook until the vegetables are soft (15–20 minutes).
- Remove from the heat and let cool slightly.
- Optional: remove 1/2 cup of soup and set it aside; blend the remaining soup. Combine the blended and reserved soup and reheat.
Tips & Variations
The optional half-blend gives you a creamy base with chunky pieces — best of both worlds.
Nutrition & Health Benefits
This recipe uses only whole, unprocessed ingredients — no grains, no refined sugar, no industrial seed oils. It’s naturally rich in protein and healthy fats, making it an excellent choice for weight loss, stable energy and digestive health. Because it’s grain-free and dairy-free, it also works well for people with gluten or lactose sensitivities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recipe really paleo?
Yes. Light Vegetable Soup contains only paleo-approved ingredients — no grains, legumes, dairy, refined sugar or processed oils.
Can I meal-prep this recipe?
Absolutely. Most of these recipes store well in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days, and many freeze beautifully for quick lunches.
How many servings does this make?
This recipe makes 1.
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