Description

All the cheesy, herby, tomato-rich flavors of pizza transformed into a warm, comforting, and healthy bowl of soup. This one-pot meal is vegan-friendly, gluten-free, and ready in just over 30 minutes—perfect for cozy weeknights.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 bell pepper, chopped

1 cup sliced mushrooms

1 zucchini, chopped

1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes

2 tablespoons tomato paste

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon dried basil

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

3 cups vegetable broth

1/2 cup dairy-free shredded mozzarella (or regular)

1/4 cup nutritional yeast (or grated Parmesan)

Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh basil for garnish

Optional: vegan or regular pepperoni or sausage slices for topping

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Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Sauté the diced onion for 3–4 minutes until translucent.
Stir in garlic, bell pepper, mushrooms, and zucchini. Cook for 5–6 minutes until vegetables are soft.
Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, thyme, red pepper flakes (if using), and vegetable broth. Stir well.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 15–20 minutes.
Stir in shredded mozzarella and nutritional yeast. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes until cheese melts and soup slightly thickens.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Ladle into bowls and top with optional pepperoni or sausage. Garnish with fresh basil and serve warm.

Notes

Add cooked lentils or white beans for extra protein.

Swap zucchini for spinach or kale for more greens.

Stir in cooked quinoa or small pasta at the end for a heartier soup.

For a meatier version, sauté Italian sausage or pepperoni with the onions.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

To reheat, warm on stovetop or microwave. Add a splash of broth if needed to loosen the soup.

Soup freezes well for up to 3 months without cheese or toppings added.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 210
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 6.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 0mg