Mixed Vegetable Clear Soup Recipe. Healthy Veg Soup
Tarla Dalal
• Updated : Jan 14, 2026
Mixed Vegetable Clear Soup is a light, comforting, and nourishing dish that’s perfect when you’re feeling under the weather. Made with fresh vegetables, gentle spices, and a soothing broth, this healthy clear soup is especially beneficial for cold and cough relief. It helps keep you hydrated, warms the body, and is easy to digest, making it ideal during seasonal illnesses.
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The natural goodness of vegetables provides essential vitamins that support immunity, while the warm liquid helps ease throat discomfort and congestion. Whether you’re looking for a low-calorie soup, a comforting winter recipe, or a simple meal that feels gentle on the stomach, this clear soup fits perfectly. It’s flavorful, healing, and feels like a warm hug in a bowl.
Not only that, ingredients like mint, ginger, garlic and pepper are also very helpful in chasing away the worst of colds! Have it steaming hot to free those horrid nose blocks too.
To make mixed vegetable clear soup, heat the oil in a wok or a deep non-stick pan, add the garlic, ginger and green chillies and sauté on a medium flame for a few seconds. Add all the vegetables and sauté on a medium flame for 2 minutes. Add 3 cups of hot water, salt and pepper, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 3 minutes, while stirring occasionally. Serve mixed vegetable clear soup hot.
See why we think this is a healthy Indian veg clear soup. Made mainly from vegetables. Mixed vegetables get the benefits of lots of nutrients as you are using cauliflower, carrots, tomatoes and cabbage. Cauliflower is extremely low in carbs and therefore does not raise blood glucose levels. Cabbage is low in cal, relieves constipation, good for diabetics and see here all benefits of cabbage. Tomatoes are a powerful antioxidant, super rich in vitamin C, good for heart. Also a key ingredient in the veg clear soup is Ginger which is an effective cure for congestion, sore throat, cold and cough. It aids digestion and relieves constipation.
We have a collection soothing natural Home-Remedies that will helps in relieving cold and cough, like Jaggery Tea , Minty Spicy Lemongrass Milk and many more.
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Total Time
31 Mins
Makes
4 servings
Ingredients
For Mixed Vegetable Clear Soup
- 1/4 cup finely chopped cauliflower
- 1/4 cup finely chopped carrot
- 1/4 cup finely chopped cabbage
- 1/4 cup finely chopped capsicum
- 1/4 cup finely chopped tomato
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 2 tsp finely chopped garlic (lehsun)
- 1 tsp finely chopped ginger (adrak)
- 1 tsp finely chopped green chillies
- salt and to taste
- 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh mint leaves (pudina)
- 2 tbsp finely coriander (dhania)
- 1 tsp lemon juice
Method
For mixed vegetable clear soup
- To make mixed vegetable clear soup, heat the oil in a wok or a deep non-stick pan, add the garlic, ginger and green chillies and sauté on a medium flame for a few seconds.
- Add all the vegetables and sauté on a medium flame for 2 minutes.
- Add 3 cups of hot water, salt and pepper, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 3 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
- Remove from the flame, add the mint leaves, coriander and lemon juice and mix well.
- Serve the mixed vegetable clear soup immediately.
Mixed Vegetable Clear Soup Recipe. Healthy Veg Soup Video by Tarla Dalal
Mixed Vegetable Clear Soup recipe with step by step photos
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See the photo of list of ingredients for mixed vegetable clear soup.
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To make mixed vegetable clear soup, Heat 1 tsp olive oil in a wok or a deep pan. You can also make use of butter but, olive oil is a healthier option as compared to them.
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Add 2 tsp finely chopped garlic (lehsun). If you are Jain, you can skip adding garlic.
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Add 1 tsp finely chopped ginger (adrak).
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Sauté on a medium flame for a few seconds.
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Add 1 tsp finely chopped green chillies. You can adjust the quantity according to your preference of spice.
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Saute on a medium flame for few seconds.
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Add 1/4 cup finely chopped cauliflower. Instead of chopping you can also use grated cauliflower.
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Add 1/4 cup finely chopped carrot. The trick to preserving the freshness of carrot roots is to minimize the amount of moisture they lose. To do this, make sure to store them in the coolest part of the refrigerator in a plastic bag or wrapped in a paper towel.
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Add 1/4 cup finely chopped cabbage. Cabbage helps in weight control.
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Add 1/4 cup finely chopped capsicum.
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Add 1/4 cup finely chopped tomatoes. You can also de-seed the tomatoes.
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Saute all the vegetables on a medium flame for 2 minutes. When these subtle flavor boosters are sautéed on a medium flame, they release juices which enhances the overall flavor.
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Add 3 cups of hot water to the wok of sauted vegetables.
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Add salt to taste. We added 1/2 tsp salt.
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Add 1/8 tsp pepper and mix well. Freshly ground black pepper not only add heat but also, depth to the soup.
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Mix well and cook on a medium flame for 3 minutes, while stirring occasionally. Remove from the flame.
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Add 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh mint leaves (pudina) for freshness.
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Add 2 tbsp finely coriander (dhania), it would give a luscious taste to the Mixed Vegetable Clear Soup. Switch the flame off.
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Add 1 tsp lemon juice.
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Mix well.
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Pour into a serving bowl and serve the Mixed Vegetable Clear Soup ( Veg Clear Soup) immediately.
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Mixed Vegetable Clear Soup – A Low Calorie Healthy Soup.
Mixed Vegetable Clear Soup is a fiber and water filled start to a meal.
Finely chopped veggies add not only fiber to keep you satiated but also a dose of antioxidant which reduces inflammation in the body.
The water in this clear soup is a flavourful way of making up for your day’s water requirement.
Vegetable Clear Soup can also be enjoyed by those having sore throat, cold or cough. It has no added preservatives or soya sauce. Moreover the ginger and garlic has been proven effective against infection. You can also try some home remedies to relieve cold and cough.
The fresh herbs – mint and coriander along with vitamin C help to enhance your intake of vitamin C, which is an immune-building vitamin.
Enjoy it piping hot and reap its flavor plus health benefits.
- What is Mixed Vegetable Clear Soup?
It’s a light, healthy clear soup made with finely chopped mixed vegetables sautéed briefly and cooked in water with spices and herbs. - How many servings does this recipe make?
The recipe yields 4 servings. - What’s the total time needed to prepare and cook this soup?
Total time is about 31 minutes (25 min prep + 6 min cooking). - What vegetables are used in this soup?
It uses cauliflower, carrot, cabbage, capsicum (bell pepper), and tomato. - Is this soup good for weight loss?
Yes it’s low in calories (~32 kcal per serving), light, and great as a healthy option. - What spices and aromatics are included?
The soup uses garlic, ginger, green chillies, salt, black pepper, mint and coriander leaves, and a dash of lemon juice. - Can this soup help during cold or cough?
Yes ingredients like ginger, garlic, mint and pepper help soothe cold symptoms and congestion. - Can I adjust the spice level?
Absolutely the amount of green chillies and black pepper can be changed to suit your taste. - Is it suitable for diabetics or a low-carb diet?
Yes the vegetables used are low in carbs and high in nutrients, making it suitable for diabetics and weight-management diets. - Any tips to vary the recipe?
You can substitute herbs (like basil for mint/coriander) or add other veggies you prefer; just keep the broth clear and light. (General cooking tip based on recipe flexibility)
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1. Use finely chopped or grated vegetables for quick cooking
Chopping the veggies finely (or even grating harder ones like cauliflower and carrot) helps them cook evenly and quickly without over-boiling, keeping the soup clear and crisp.
2. Adjust the spice level to your taste
You can reduce or increase the green chillies and pepper for mild or spicier soup depending on your preference.
3. Don’t cook after adding lemon juice
Add the lemon juice after turning off the heat to preserve its fresh flavor and avoid bitterness.
4. Swap herbs for a fresh twist
If you don’t have mint or coriander, try adding fresh basil to give the soup a refreshing aroma and taste.
5. Keep it steaming hot when served
Clear soups are best enjoyed hot it enhances the flavors and helps if you’re having it as a comforting dish for cold or cough relief.
6. Use homemade vegetable stock instead of water (optional)
If you want deeper flavor, replace some or all of the water with light homemade vegetable stock. (This isn’t in the original recipe but is a common tip for clearer, tastier soups.)
7. Freshly ground pepper adds depth
Instead of pre-ground pepper, using freshly cracked black pepper boosts the aroma and taste.
8. Serve immediately for best texture
Clear soups can lose their crispness if left to sit enjoy right after making to retain the fresh texture of the veggies.
Nutrient values (Abbrv)per plate
| Energy | 32 Calories |
| Protein | 1.1 g |
| Carbohydrates | 3.7 g |
| Fiber | 1.9 g |
| Fat | 1.5 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 15 mg |
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Ashwini
June 26, 2021, 11:18 p.m.
Tried this soup on a lovely Sunday winter afternoon. It''s excellent and mouthwatering. Fills you up and low calorie. We loved it.
Tarla Dalal
June 26, 2021, 11:18 p.m.
Thank you for your kind words. Please keep trying more recipes and sharing your comments with us.
Foodie #648207
July 28, 2020, 10:20 a.m.
Love it!
Seema
Nov. 27, 2017, 9:20 p.m.
Looks yummy..Will definitely try. One small doubt, can we prepare soups like this in larger quantities, freeze and use whenever we need. Kindly clarify. TIA _x0001F64F_
Sasmita
April 14, 2017, 1:51 p.m.
This looks the one I am searching for. Will try it soon
Tarla Dalal
April 14, 2017, 1:51 p.m.
Hi, Happy to know you liked the recipe. Do try the recipe and share with us your feedback. Happy Cooking!
Foodie #661804
Aug. 30, 2016, 11:31 a.m.
Sushi gupta
May 24, 2016, 9:16 a.m.
Tarla Dalal
May 24, 2016, 9:16 a.m.
Sushi thanks for the feedback !!! keep reviewing recipes, articles you loved.
Janhavi Pawar
May 12, 2016, 2:09 p.m.
I made this recipe 2 ways.. One I made it without chillies for my daughter and also added green peas so she loved it. Another way I made as given by you both worked well.. It tastes really nice with green peas
Winnie
May 10, 2016, 8:55 a.m.
A simple soup loaded with veggies and basic ingredients but great in taste...Mint and coriander adds to the flavor.
Pragya
May 7, 2016, 1:13 p.m.
Liked it a lot. Was looking for something really healthy for my husband. Love your recipes. Would try more healthy snacks stuff.
Meha
March 27, 2016, 8:45 a.m.
Seems simple.. but extremely tasty... _x0001F60B__x0001F60B__x0001F60B_ I tried it and it came out delicious.. _x0001F496__x0001F496_The most expected recipe.. Thanks much for sharing it_x0001F44D__x0001F44D__x0001F44D__x0001F44D__x0001F44D_
Bharati Sara
March 1, 2016, 9:33 a.m.
A Simple recipe with local ingredients and a comfort food for the family dinner.
n_katira
Dec. 25, 2015, 10:34 a.m.
A perfect soup with rejuvenating flavours of ginger, garlic and veggies... I loved this healthy option of a clear soup which is like Mein Chow Soup minus the unhealthy ing like cornflour, soya sauce etc... It was really soothing for the throat..
jitender kumar
May 29, 2013, 10:57 a.m.
Tarla Dalal
May 29, 2013, 10:57 a.m.
Hi Jitendra , we are delighted you loved the Mixed Vegetable Clear Soup recipe. Please keep posting your thoughts and feedback and review recipes you have loved. Happy Cooking.
Meenal Utturkar
July 7, 2012, 9:35 a.m.
I tried this recipe and it turned out very well. Just as suggested, my husband who was suffering from cold and cough felt so good after having this light but finely flavoured soup. Thank you!
Tarla Dalal
July 7, 2012, 9:35 a.m.
Meenal, thanks a ton for the feedback. So nice of you.
Mala
Jan. 24, 2012, 7:26 a.m.
Kay baat hai....bahoot Acche...
Lata
Nov. 8, 2011, 8:33 p.m.
This clear soup with veggies is my favourite.the flavours of mint ginger garlic and pepper we feel is awesome.very nice taste .Loved it a lot.thank you mam.
Tarla Dalal
Nov. 8, 2011, 8:33 p.m.
Hi Lata, Thank you for your kind words. Do try more and more recipes and let us know how you enjoyed them. Happy Cooking !!
Kalyan Food Lover
Jan. 18, 2011, 7:56 a.m.
SOOOUP.........GARMA GARAM....
Payal Parikh 86
Jan. 3, 2011, 1:18 p.m.
This clear soup recipe with loads of vegetables is super healthy. It is very easy to make and taste so good and it is filling to. I make this often and serve it with whole wheat bread rolls.
