One of my favorite healthy meals during the colder months is vegetable soup. Especially when it’s made in the slow cooker! It’s hands-off, easy, and can make a big batch that feeds my entire family. There’s really nothing like it!
This Crockpot Vegetable Soup recipe has been a staple for weeknight dinners in my household for years. I know you guys will love it as much as I do! There are so many ways to adjust it and make it your own, as well as ways to top it off, change it for little ones, etc. If you need a good, healthy staple soup in your weekly fall and winter menus, then this one is a classic and a favorite!
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Vegetarian Vegetable Soup Ingredients
You only need a few simple ingredients for this delicious recipe! Here’s what you’ll need:
Broth – Vegetable or chicken broth are both great options for this soup. Feel free to adjust the amount to your own taste!
Onion – Yellow onion is best for this recipe. If you don’t have fresh onion on hand, feel free to use dried onion flakes instead!
Garlic – Freshly minced garlic or garlic powder add flavor to this soup. It really takes it to another level!
Carrots – Chopped carrots are one of the base veggies in vegetable soup. I used regular carrots and didn’t peel them, but feel free to peel them first or use baby carrots instead!
Celery – Celery (chopped) adds so much nutrition and flavor!
Potatoes – I used a combination of new potatoes and red potatoes. Another option is to use russet potatoes or even sweet potatoes! The key here is to make sure they are cubed to about 1/2″ pieces so that they cook evenly.
Chickpeas – Cooked or canned chickpeas add protein to this vegetable soup, making it perfect as a nutritious vegetarian or vegan dinner recipe.
Other Veggies – Chopped zucchini or squash, broccoli, diced tomatoes, and green beans are also nutritious additions to this slow cooker vegetable soup!
Seasoning – The seasoning in this recipe is pretty simple: salt, pepper, and oregano. Be sure to adjust the amounts of salt and pepper to taste, and feel free to add your own creative ideas to this soup seasoning!
Parsley – Fresh parsley brings this soup together! Dried parsley also works as a great option.
How to Make Crockpot Vegetable Soup (3 Easy Steps!)
Making vegetable soup in the crockpot could not be easier. Here’s how to make this recipe:
- Add broth, onion, garlic, and the “tougher” veggies (such as carrots, celery, potatoes, and broccoli), then cook on high for 2 hours.
- Add zucchini and continue cooking another 1.5 hours.
- Lastly, add canned vegetables, seasoning, and fresh herbs and finish cooking for 1 more hour.
Tips for making Crock Pot Vegetable Soup
Following this recipe results in a delicious, wholesome vegetable soup that’s easy to make. However, if you decide to add your own variations, here are a few tips!
1. Using Frozen Vegetables in Soup
You can easily use frozen vegetables instead of fresh in vegetable soup! The key is to adjust the amount of time accordingly. Since frozen vegetables take less time to cook and tend to get quite a bit softer in soups, it’s best to add them in later in the recipe.
For this Crockpot Vegetable Soup, I recommend adding in any frozen vegetables with the zucchini/summer squash step! It’s also important to note that smaller cut vegetables (like chopped carrots and peas) take even less time to cook, so it’s best to add those in with the canned vegetables.
2. Other Types of Vegetables to Use
There are so many ways to make this recipe your own! Here are other types of veggies to use in vegetable soup:
- Beans
- Lentils
- Peas
- Sweet Potatoes
- Summer Squash
- Kale
- Corn
- Leeks
Another option is to add grains, such as quinoa or rice!
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3. Adding Chicken/Beef
You can also add protein to this Crockpot Vegetable Soup! Adding chicken and beef is easy. Simply add in the cooked meat at the end of the recipe, when canned vegetables go into the soup. Make sure the protein is fully warm before serving!
What to Serve With Vegetable Soup
- Sourdough Bread
- Spicy Southwest Salad Recipe
- Dairy-Free Tuscan Chicken
- Garlic Toast
- Honey Pepper Pimento Chicken Sandwich
- Crackers
- Avocado Toast
- Tortilla Chips
Storing Crockpot Vegetable Soup
Vegetable soup made in the slow cooker can be easily stored in an airtight container! To store, let the soup fully cool, then keep in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. It can also be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months!
Vegetarian Vegetable Soup FAQs
How long can vegetable soup be left in warm crockpot?
Vegetable soup can be left on the “warm” setting in the crockpot for up to 4 hours!
How long to cook vegetable soup in crockpot on high?
If cooking on high, it takes vegetable soup about 4 1/2 hours to fully cook in the crockpot.
How much liquid in crockpot vegetable soup?
A good rule of thumb is to add enough liquid to cover the soup ingredients. This typically results in about 1-2 cups of liquid per serving, keeping in mind that vegetables will often reduce down in size and some canned vegetables will add to the amount of liquid.
More Soups & Stews
- Easy Turkey Noodle Soup (Slow Cooker)
- Vegan Ramen Soup w/ Zucchini Noodles
- Chicken Lemon Rice Soup
- Hearty Vegan Lentil Soup Recipe
- Slow Cooker Skinny Chicken Tortilla Soup
More Slow Cooker Recipes You’ll Love
- Veggie-Loaded Slow Cooker Turkey Chili
- Slow Cooker Pork Chops And Potatoes W/ Apples
- Crockpot Chicken and Rice
- Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip
- Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes & Cranberry Mushroom Sauce
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The BEST Crockpot Vegetable Soup
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 3 cups chopped carrots (about 4-5)
- 2 cups chopped celery (about 1 head)
- 3 cups diced potatoes (about 1/2 inch pieces)
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 10 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
- 2 cups diced zucchini (or summer squash)
- 1 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes
- 1 14.5 ounce can green beans (drained)
- 1 15.5 ounce can chickpeas (drained)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- salt/pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (or 2 Tbsp dried)
Instructions
- Chop the onion, garlic, carrots, celery, potatoes, and broccoli.
- Add the chopped vegetables to the slow cooker and pour the broth over them.
- Set the slow cooker on high and cook for 2 hours (or until the vegetables begin to soften).
- Add in the chopped zucchini and diced tomatoes.
- Cook on high for another 1.5 hours.
- Add in the green beans, chickpeas, oregano, salt, pepper, and parsley.
- Cook on high for another 1 hour.
- Serve and enjoy!
Loreto and Nicoletta says:
I Have been craving a good vegetable soup for a while now then it went away.Thanks for reminding me. I l8ve putting lots of vegetables and beans so it is so delish. Your soup looks delicious, and so easy. It may be summer but I would never say no to a bowl of this! Yum
Lisa says:
I love a good hearty vegetable soup. Making it in the slow cooker is a bonus. Great comfort food!
Noelle says:
Love this slow cooker vegetable soup recipe! The photos are so helpful and easy to follow. Thanks for working so hard on this!
Tammy says:
I’m holding onto these for the fall days ahead! What a comforting recipe..I love making soup with the crockpot. So easy and delicious!
Lauren Vavala says:
I really enjoyed the addition of zucchini and my favorite chickpeas! This soup was delicious and I’ll be saving this to make again soon!
Mikayla says:
I love that this recipe didn’t have the typical basic vegetables, it was a really warm and comforting bowl with a hunk of crusty bread and butter.
Veronika says:
This soup was good and so easy to make in the slow cooker. Such a comforting dinner and great for meal prep.
Bernice says:
Love that clear broth and all the delicious vegetables. I think this is the perfect ‘summer soup’. It’s light, yet filling and a great way to eat your daily veg.
Yu says:
I simply added all the ingredients to the pot, followed this recipe, and let it cook. It turned out delicious! 🙂