Description
This cozy and nostalgic alphabet soup is made in just 25 minutes with tender ABC pasta, a savory tomato broth, and colorful veggies—perfect for a quick, comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes, with juices
- 7 cups water
- 2 low-sodium vegetable bouillon cubes
- 1 pound frozen mixed vegetables
- 2 cups alphabet pasta
- 1 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and sauté until softened and beginning to brown.
- Stir in garlic powder and Italian seasoning to bloom the flavors.
- Add diced tomatoes with juices, water, bouillon cubes, and frozen vegetables. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in alphabet pasta, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, then turn off the heat and cover the pot. Let sit for another 5 minutes.
- Stir, taste, and adjust seasoning as needed before serving hot.
Notes
- Add tomato paste for a deeper flavor.
- Soy sauce or tamari gives a salty umami boost.
- Add red pepper flakes or hot sauce for heat.
- Stir in nutritional yeast for a cheesy note.
- Include diced potatoes or sweet potatoes to make it heartier.
- Chickpeas or white beans can add protein.
- Top with parsley, green onions, or vegan cheese for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
