Panera Bread 10 Vegetable Soup
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup yellow onion
finely chopped
- 1 cup carrot
sliced
- 1 cup celery
sliced
- 3/4 cup red bell pepper
chopped
- 3/4 cup yellow bell pepper
chopped
- 3/4 cup poblano pepper
chopped
- 2 tablespoons garlic
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon regular paprika or aleppo chili flakes
- 1 tablespoon dried lemon peel or 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons white pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 8 cups vegetable stock
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup sprouted brown rice or barley
rinsed well
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 15 ounce can garbanzo beans
drained and rinsed
- 1 15 ounce can fire roasted corn
drained and rinsed
- 4 15 ounce cans fire roasted tomatoes
- 1/2 cup frozen green peas
- 3 cups fresh spinach
packed
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 lemons
thinly sliced into wheels for garnish
Directions
- 1
Heat up the oil in a 6-quart Dutch oven over medium high heat until it shimmers, then add the first six vegetables. Sauté the vegetables until they have softened, about 10 minutes, making sure to stir occasionally with a wooden spoon. Add the garlic and stir until fragrant, roughly 30 seconds.
- 2
Add all the dried spices except the bay leaves to the pot and stir constantly for 30 seconds to release their flavors and aromas. Add the tomato paste and cook for 4 to 5 minutes while stirring, so it darkens and starts to caramelize.
- 3
Pour ½ cup of vegetable stock into the pot by scraping the bottom of the pot with a wooden turner to scrape off any brown bits.
- 4
Add all the remaining ingredients except the spinach and lime juice. Stir until well combined.
- 5
Cover and bring to a boil, roughly 10 minutes, then reduce the heat to medium low and simmer for 30 minutes. Uncover the soup and give it a stir. Let it simmer for another 45 minutes, then taste the soup and adjust any spices. Simmer for another 15 minutes.
- 6
Add the spinach and let it wilt for a minute, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat, pour in the freshly squeezed lime juice, and stir. Garnish each serving with a lemon wheel, and serve hot with a thick slice of fresh tomato basil bread.
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About this Recipe
Craving that comforting, wholesome Panera Bread 10 Vegetable Soup but want to skip the drive-thru? This easy copycat recipe brings all the hearty goodness right to your kitchen, offering a super healthy and flavorful one-bowl meal.
What makes this version truly shine is its vibrant array of ten distinct vegetables, paired with aromatic spices and a thoughtful combination of ingredients like sprouted brown rice and chia seeds. These elements work together to create a deeply satisfying, full-bodied flavor profile that feels both nourishing and indulgent, all while being budget-friendly.
Prepare for a bowl brimming with robust flavors and satisfying textures. You'll savor the sweetness of bell peppers, the earthy depth of poblano, and the tender bite of garbanzo beans and sprouted rice, all mingling in a rich, savory broth. This soup is wonderfully balanced, naturally vegan and gluten-free friendly, designed to nourish your body and delight your taste buds with every spoonful.
While crafted to mimic the original, feel free to explore subtle variations. If poblano isn't your preference, an extra red bell pepper can still add depth. For a slightly different texture, you could experiment with other small, quick-cooking grains in place of the sprouted brown rice or barley, always keeping the dish's vegan and gluten-free friendly nature in mind. The generous amount of fire-roasted tomatoes and fresh spinach are key for that authentic flavor and vibrant color.
Serve this comforting Panera Bread 10 Vegetable Soup as a complete one-bowl meal, garnished with fresh lemon wheels for a bright, aromatic finish that truly elevates the experience.