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    Rustic Vegetable Soup with Gremolata

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    By Alisa Fleming on February 7, 2015 Dairy-Free Recipes, Soup

    Loaded with so much nutritious chunky garden goodness, this rustic vegetable soup recipe is nearly impossible for any healthy foodie to pass up. But the colorful mix and surprising extra flavor boost will make even vegetable-haters take notice.

    Rustic Vegetable Soup

    This recipe was shared with us by Aunt Nellie’s Beets, so naturally, it includes beets! But to compliment that unique rustic vegetable soup addition, it’s topped with a gremolata that includes fresh dill. Gremolata is a fabulous, naturally dairy-free condiment that traditionally consists of just garlic, parsley and lemon zest. It brightens flavors and adds even more antioxidant-punch to this healthy rustic vegetable soup.

    Special Diet Notes: Rustic Vegetable Soup with Gremolata

    By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, grain-free, nut-free, peanut-free, soy-free, vegan / plant-based, vegetarian, top food allergy-friendly, and even paleo! Just be sure to choose the broth and seasoned salt (if using) for this rustic vegetable soup that best fits your dietary needs. And if pickled beets don’t work for you, simply use roasted!

    Rustic Vegetable Soup with Gremolata
     
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    Prep time
    20 mins
    Cook time
    30 mins
    Total time
    50 mins
     
    Author: Aunt Nellie's
    Serves: 6 servings
    Ingredients
    Rustic Vegetable Soup
    • 1 16-ounce jar pickled beets, well drained and coarsely chopped
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 2 medium onions, coarsely chopped
    • 2 medium carrots, coarsely chopped
    • 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces
    • 2 large cloves garlic, minced
    • 2 zucchini (about 5 ounces each), coarsely chopped
    • 28 ounces (about 3½ cups) vegetable broth
    • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt, optional
    • 1 15.5-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
    • Salt, to taste
    • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
    • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
    • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill
    Gremolata
    • 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
    • 1 tablespoon minced fresh dill
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
    Instructions
    1. In large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions and saute about 5 minutes or until softened. Add carrots, sweet potato and garlic. Saute 3-5 minutes or until vegetables begin to soften, stirring occasionally.
    2. Add zucchini, broth and seasoned salt, if desired. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, about 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
    3. Add chickpeas and heat for 1 to 2 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper, as desired. Stir in parsley and dill. Stir in beets. Serve immediately topped with gremolata, if desired.
    4. To make gremolata, combine all ingredients.
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    Alisa Fleming
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    Alisa is the founder of GoDairyFree.org, Food Editor for Allergic Living magazine, and author of the best-selling dairy-free book, Go Dairy Free: The Guide and Cookbook for Milk Allergies, Lactose Intolerance, and Casein-Free Living, and the new cookbook, Eat Dairy Free: Your Essential Cookbook for Everyday Meals, Snacks, and Sweets. Alisa is also a professional recipe creator and product ambassador for the natural food industry.

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    4. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine on February 9, 2015 12:59 pm

      I love the use of real pickled beets and not fresh hear! Haha! Great little easy addition!

      Reply
    5. Dana @ Foodie Goes Healthy on February 9, 2015 12:57 pm

      I love the idea of using gremolata to add great flavor to vegetable soup. Sometimes vegetable soup is a little bland, so gremolata is just what it needs. Can’t wait to make this.

      Reply
    6. pam on February 9, 2015 12:41 pm

      Adding a gremolata makes all the difference in the world!

      Reply
    7. Kirsten on February 9, 2015 9:45 am

      Alisa,

      I make soup often, but I fail and finishing it off with a good garnish. This gremolata is a wonderful idea, and the whole soup a terrific way to use a lot of vegetables.
      Thanks!

      Reply
    8. Kristina on February 9, 2015 8:52 am

      the flavors in this are incredible – I love the idea of adding pickled beets to the soup – pinning to try soon, thank you!

      Reply
    9. Barrett at Dirty Laundry Kitchen on February 9, 2015 7:38 am

      Gorgeous photos. And I too was struck by the idea of adding beets. Good idea.

      Reply
    10. Lauren @ Wicked Spatula on February 9, 2015 6:26 am

      Love this! I’m sure the gremolata takes the flavor to a whole new level.

      Reply
    11. Kate @ Veggie Desserts on February 9, 2015 2:10 am

      This looks absolutely beautiful. If I wasn’t swooning because of the veg, I was swooning because of the fresh dill. What a perfect bowl of winter loveliness!

      Reply
      • Alisa Fleming on February 9, 2015 8:02 am

        We’re dill-lovers here, too Kate!

        Reply
    12. Arman @ thebigmansworld on February 8, 2015 11:45 pm

      Wow, I am amazed that there are pickled beets in this soup- What a great taste sensation happening! Pinning!

      Reply
    13. Rachel @ The Stay At Home Chef on February 8, 2015 9:33 pm

      I love that you use pickled beets in this. We just don’t eat enough beets. I love them! And I do love a good gremolata, especially one with dill.

      Reply

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