Low Calorie Creamy Vegetable Soup – Light, Cozy & Guilt-Free
This low calorie creamy vegetable soup is a cozy, blended bowl of goodness made with cauliflower, zucchini, and carrots. Naturally creamy without any cream, it’s perfect for light meals, meal prep, or clean eating plans.
Ingredients
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1 small head cauliflower, chopped into florets
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2 medium carrots, sliced
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1 zucchini, sliced
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2 celery ribs, diced
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1 yellow onion, chopped
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tsp olive oil (or broth for oil-free)
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4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp dried thyme or Italian herbs
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Optional: ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk, 1 tbsp Greek yogurt, or nutritional yeast
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium. Sauté onion, garlic, and celery for 5 minutes.
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Add carrots, zucchini, cauliflower, broth, salt, pepper, and herbs.
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Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20–25 minutes until veggies are tender.
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Blend soup using an immersion or stand blender until smooth.
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Stir in almond milk or yogurt if using. Taste and adjust seasoning.
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Serve hot, garnished with herbs or black pepper.
Notes
To keep it vegan and oil-free, use broth to sauté and skip dairy-based add-ins. Freezes well for up to 3 months.