Bieler’s Blended Vegetable Soup

Table of Contents

1. The Origins of Bieler’s Broth
2. Blended Vegetable Soup Ingredients
3. How to Make Bieler’s Blended Vegetable Soup
4. Soup Storage Tip
5. Soup Customization Ideas
6. Common Questions
7. More Blended Vegetable Soup Recipes
8. Bieler’s Blended Vegetable Soup Recipe

When it comes to healthy eating, few recipes can rival the simplicity and nutritional benefits of Bieler’s Blended Vegetable Soup. This vibrant and easy-to-make soup recipe, created by Dr. Henry Bieler in the 1950s, is a fantastic way to enjoy a ton of vegetables while giving your body the nourishment it craves.

The Origins of Bieler’s Broth

Dr. Henry Bieler was a physician and author of Food is Your Best Medicine who advocated for holistic healing through diet. His blended vegetable soup became popular as a gentle detox method and a staple in many health-conscious households. I’ve even included Bieler’s Broth in my Plant-Based Cleanse.

The beauty of this soup lies in its versatility; you can customize it with whatever vegetables you have on hand and season it with your favorite spices, making it an ideal recipe for seasonal eating or using up leftovers.

Blended Vegetable Soup Ingredients

The primary vegetables in Bieler’s blended vegetable soup typically include zucchini, green beans, and celery, but feel free to add other greens like spinach or kale. Bonus points if you have these in your garden! The base of this soup is not only delicious but also packed with essential vitamins and minerals.

• Zucchini: Low in calories but high in antioxidants, zucchini aids digestion and supports heart health.
• Green Beans: Rich in fiber, they help regulate blood sugar levels and are a great source of vitamins A, C, and K.
• Celery: Known for its hydrating properties, celery is rich in electrolytes and has anti-inflammatory benefits. You can use entire celery stalks in this recipe, just wash well.
• Parsley: Parsley is rich in vitamin K, which important because it helps blood to clot in addition to contributing to bone health. It’s also rich in vitamin A and vitamin C (which may help reduce the risk of diabetes, stroke, heart disease and cancer.)
• Coconut oil: The original recipe suggests using olive oil, yet I love the subtle taste the coconut oil brings to this soup. Yet feel free to use avocado or olive oil if you prefer.
• Salt and pepper: These are used to flavor the soup. I recommend Colima Sea Salt, which is an unrefined, coarse, crunchy, moist sea salt.
• Feel free to add additional seasonings, herbs and spices that you typically like in your soups. Garlic powder, nutritional yeast and cumin would all be tasty.

Together, these blended soup ingredients create a nutrient-dense meal that is both satisfying and healing.

How to Make Bieler’s Blended Vegetable Soup

1. Wash and chop all the vegetables. They can be roughly chopped, since they will be blended after cooking.
2. Add all veggies and water to a large pot and bring to a boil. Once boiling, lower to a simmer and cook until all vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes.
3. Carefully puree soup with coconut oil with an immersion blender until the texture is smoothie and creamy. If you don’t have an immersion blender, you can use a standard blender— just be careful when pouring the hot soup into blender (and cover with a towel when blending).
4. Pour into a bowl, mug or mason jar and sip a nourishing, tasty blended vegetable soup!

Soup Customization Ideas

One of the best aspects of Bieler’s blended vegetable soup is its adaptability. Here are a few ideas to make it your own:

• Sauté an Onion: If you’d like to enhance the flavor and depth of this soup, you can lightly sauté an onion in coconut oil over medium heat until it becomes translucent and add to soup.
• Protein Boost: For a heartier meal, incorporate protein sources like chickpeas, lentils, or even mix in unflavored collagen.
• Spice It Up: Add spices such as cumin, garlic powder or coriander for a touch of warmth, or a pinch of red pepper flakes for some heat.
• Herbs and Greens: Experiment with different herbs and vegetables, like basil, broccoli and cauliflower. You can even throw in a handful of spinach or kale during the last few minutes of cooking for added nutrition.

Common Questions

More Blended Vegetable Soup Recipes

Try these other delicious, plant-based soup recipes that are blended together:

• Vegan Pumpkin Soup: perfect autumn soup using roasted pumpkin.
• Creamy Carrot Soup: warming spices make this soup a favorite from our Plant-Based Cleanse.
• Gazpacho Soup: tomato lovers will fall in love with this simple Italian soup recipe.
• Roasted Red Pepper Soup: I didn’t realize how tasty a red pepper soup could be until I had this one.