Healthy Balsamic Vegetable Soba Noodle Soup

Healthy Balsamic Vegetable Soba Noodle Soup A Bowl of Comfort and Nutrition!

Craving a hearty, soul-warming meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious? Look no further than this Healthy Balsamic Vegetable Soba Noodle Soup! This light yet satisfying soup is packed with vibrant, tender vegetables, savory soba noodles, and a unique twist of balsamic vinegar that adds a deep, tangy richness to every slurp. It’s the perfect balance of comfort and health in one easy-to-make dish!

The earthy soba noodles soak up the bold, flavorful broth, while the balsamic vinegar adds a subtle tang that perfectly complements the crisp veggies. It’s an irresistible fusion of flavors that will keep you coming back for more. Plus, it’s packed with vitamins, fiber, and plant-based goodness, making it the perfect meal to nourish your body and satisfy your cravings!

Why you’ll love this soup:

• Flavorful & Savory: The balsamic vinegar gives the broth a unique, tangy depth, while the fresh vegetables and soba noodles soak up every bit of flavor.
• Light Yet Filling: It’s the ideal balance of lightness and satisfaction, perfect for lunch, dinner, or a cozy evening meal.
• Nutrient-Packed: Full of fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants from the fresh veggies and soba noodles, this soup will leave you feeling nourished.
• Quick & Easy: This soup comes together in no time, making it the perfect weeknight meal or a healthy meal prep option.

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Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon coconut oil

• 2 cups (250 g) chopped red onion (from about 1 [312 g] red onion) (or white or yellow, perhaps)

• 1 cup (125 g) chopped carrots (from 4 [203 g] carrots, peeled and sliced into thin coins)

• 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste

• 1 teaspoon black pepper

• 1/8 cup (30 ml) balsamic vinegar (we like the short, squatty bottle from Trader Joe’s)

• 1/4 cup (40 g) sugar (ideally coconut sugar or Sucanat), plus more to taste

• 4 cups (950 ml) unsalted vegetable stock (or beef stock)

• 2 cups (570 ml) water

• 1–2 tablespoons gelatin (optional)

• 1 tablespoon organic soy sauce (optional)

• a squirt or two sriracha (optional, but great heat-adder, just do it to taste! start small!)

• 8 ounces (220 g) organic soba noodles

• FOR TOPPINGS:

• mung bean sprouts

• chopped green onions

• fresh herbs, as desired

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Directions

• In a large stockpot over medium heat, melt a tablespoon of coconut oil. Once oil is hot, add chopped onion, chopped carrots, salt, and pepper. Stir mixture together, letting everything get coated with oil, and let cook for about 10 minutes. At this point, add balsamic vinegar and sugar, stir everything together again, and let cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
• Add stock and water, along with gelatin if using. Let everything cook until vegetables are fully softened, about 15 more minutes.
• Meanwhile, in a separate stockpot, bring enough water to a boil to be able to cook the soba noodles. Add a dash of salt, if you like. Once water boils, add noodles, cook for 10 minutes, until al dente. Drain and place in a bowl.
• Use a ladle to serve soup – in each bowl, soup of the vegetable mixture, some of the noodles, and then your choice of toppings (suggestions above).

If you’re looking for a comforting soup that’s full of flavor and packed with nutrients, the Healthy Balsamic Vegetable Soba Noodle Soup is a game-changer. It’s the ultimate cozy meal that won’t weigh you down—just pure, heartwarming goodness in every spoonful! 🍲✨