Vegeta

ble Soup Recipe Variations

I call for a lot of vegetables in this soup, but use whatever you
have on hand and/or skip what you don’t have. Here are a few
easy ways to change it up:

 Use all carrot or all sweet potato instead of both, or add

butternut squash instead.
 Toss in a few sliced cremini mushrooms when you add the
carrot.
 Swap bell pepper for the cherry tomatoes, zucchini, or
green beans.
 Use another leafy green, like spinach or chard, in place of
the kale.
 Garnish bowls with chopped fresh parsley or basil, a scoop
of pesto, or sprinkle of Parmesan cheese!
The veggies aren’t the only flexible part of this recipe! Feel free
to vary the other ingredients as well. Here are a few ideas:

 Add a tablespoon of dried Italian seasoning in place of

the oregano.
 Skip the vinegar, and add a big squeeze of lemon juice in

its place.
 Omit the chickpeas, or replace them with white beans

or cooked French green lentils.

Let me know what variations you try!

Serving Suggestions
Enjoy the soup on its own, or pair it with a salad and crusty
bread for a heartier meal. It also goes nicely with a grilled
cheese sandwich.