Vegetable broth is a fantastic ingredient to add a rich burst of flavor to a meal. From soups to pasta recipes, vegetable broth can be used in so many different ways!

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I always have vegetable broth in my pantry, because it is one ingredient I use quite often. It is pretty amazing how much flavor a little bit of vegetable broth can add to a recipe. The simple broth is savory, complex, and seriously tasty.

You may have used vegetable broth to make soup, but you are about to discover just how much more this one ingredient can do! While I will always love Instant Pot bone broth and soups made with chicken broth, vegetable broth may just be my favorite type of broth to use.

Best Recipes with Vegetable Broth

Vegetable broth is the secret ingredient that makes many of these recipes truly fantastic. Stock up on this one ingredient next time you are at the grocery store as you will be using it a lot!

1. Instant Pot Black Beans

I love making black beans from scratch, but I always forget to soak them in advance. Luckily, this easy Instant Pot black bean recipe requires no soaking at all! Vegetable broth makes the beans tender and more flavorful than ever before.

A bowl of black beans topped with red onion, cilantro, and avocado.
Instant Pot Black Beans (No Soak!)
Packed with protein, affordable, and so easy to make (with no soaking required), these Instant Pot black beans are the perfect addition to any dinner!
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2. Slow Cooker Green Beans

These green beans are juicy and tender thanks to the addition of vegetable broth. Cook the fresh green beans in the slow cooker with the broth and some seasonings to make the best green beans of your life.

A bowl of slow cooker green beans.
Slow Cooker Green Beans
Slow cooker green beans are tender and juicy, cooked on low in a mixture of broth, sautéed garlic onions, and a few simple seasonings. Don’t let the lack of bacon fool you – they’re just as tempting!
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3. Instant Pot Penne Alfredo

Cooking pasta noodles in vegetable broth makes them so extremely flavorful. This penne alfredo is made completely in the instant pot and is one of the best pasta dishes you will ever make.

Instant Pot Penne Alfredo
This Instant Pot Penne Alfredo is creamy, rich, and a family-friendly dinner you can get on the table in a matter of minutes! It doesn’t get much easier (or more delicious!) than this!
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4. Mediterranean White Bean Soup

I love that this vegetable broth soup may not contain any meat, but it is still full of healthy protein. Those white beans are quite delicious and also nutritious!

Mediterranean White Bean Soup
Try this vegan Mediterranean White Bean Soup for lunch or dinner. It's a quick gluten free soup recipe that's filled with vegetables and plant-based protein.
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5. Creamy Vegetable Soup

I love this cozy soup that is perfect for a cold night. It is completely gluten-free and vegan. So, it will fit into many different diets.

Creamy vegetable soup
Creamy vegetable soup is a cozy, comforting vegan choice. Gluten-free, this easy vegetable soup anchors a lovely lunch or makes a great starter for dinner. This easy, creamy vegetable soup is completely vegan and uses up the potatoes, frozen corn, and peas that might be in your fridge right now.
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6. Cheesy Potato Soup

This potato soup is the ultimate comfort food. It is super hearty, deliciously warm, and very tasty thanks to all the vegetable broth, cheese, and potatoes!

A bowl of creamy cheesy potato soup topped with cheese, sour cream, and bacon.
Cheesy Potato Soup
This Cheesy Potato Soup is rich, creamy, and full of flavor! Easy to make, it's the ultimate comfort food guaranteed to warm you up on a cold winter day.
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7. One Pot Chicken and Rice

While this dinner recipe may not be completely vegetarian, the vegetable broth is part of the reason why it tastes so good. I love one-pot meals like this that are hearty and complex.

One Pot Chicken and Rice
You guys know how much I love my one pot meals. They’re easy, cozy, and always satisfying. The rice is rich and flavorful, the chicken is super tender, and the whole dish comes together almost effortlessly
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8. Instant Pot Lasagna Soup

If you love classic lasagna, you need to try this lasagna soup. It is super filling, easy to make, and a fantastic way to use that can of vegetable broth in your pantry.

Instant Pot Lasagna Soup
This Instant Pot Lasagna Soup is cheesy, hearty, and done in minutes! It’s a cozy weeknight dinner your family will love.
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9. Easy Vegan Tomato Soup

A good tomato soup recipe is essential, and this recipe is absolutely perfect. It is completely vegan and very flavorful thanks to the vegetable broth used to make the delicious dish.

Vegan Tomato Soup
Learn how to make the BEST Vegan Tomato Soup ever! Silky smooth, dairy free but creamy and made with simple ingredients you probably have in your pantry right now. 
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10. Quick Quinoa & Veggie Casserole

Full of fresh veggies, this quinoa in incredibly flavorful thanks to the use of vegetable broth. It is hearty enough to be a complete meal and also perfect as a side dish with protein sources like broiled chicken!

Quick Quinoa Veggie Casserole
Get a plateful of colour from this comforting casserole made with quinoa and vegetables. The melted cheese topping with its crispy edges makes it simply irresistible.
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11. Three Cheese Garlic Noodles

Any recipe that is made with three different types of cheese is one that I want to try! And this noodle dish does not disappoint. It is creamy, easy, and oh-so cheesy!

Three Cheese Garlic Noodles
This dish is easy to make, with a buttery cream sauce, plenty of garlic and three kinds of cheese, there is nothing simple about the way these noodles taste.
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12. Cozy Autumn Rice Soup

I love making seasonal soups, and this recipe is definitely perfect for the fall. However, it’s so incredible, I find myself making it all year long. The creamy broth is silky smooth thanks to coconut milk and vegetable broth. The flavor is pretty unbeatable!

Cozy Autumn Wild Rice Soup
This Cozy Autumn Wild Rice Soup is made with fresh seasonal vegetables and greens, hearty wild rice, and a deliciously zesty, creamy broth (made with either coconut milk or cream). Instant Pot and stovetop options included!
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13. Lemon Chickpea Orzo Soup

This is a soup I like to enjoy in the spring and summer. The bright lemon flavor is so tasty, especially with the baby greens and tahini. This is one interesting veggie soup!

Lemon Chickpea Orzo Soup
Lemon Chickpea Orzo Soup (aka Greek vegan avgolemono soup) features soothing citrus, chickpeas, orzo, refreshing dill, and fresh baby greens with tahini for added creaminess!
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14. Vegetarian Pho

I love pho, and I love making it at home using this easy recipe. It is completely customizable. So, you can make it as spicy or as savory as you’d like! Plus, it is vegetarian approved thanks to the veggie broth.

Vegetarian Pho
Traditionally, pho is made with strips of beef, and the broth is flavored with fish sauce. This recipe uses shiitake mushrooms for the beef and used tamari (or soy sauce) instead of the fish sauce. It is so good!
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15. Roasted Carrot Soup with Fennel

It is incredible how much flavor is in this soup. Carrots make the broth thick, creamy, and a little bit sweet. The fennel adds an interesting licorice flavor that you are sure to love.

Roasted Carrot Fennel Soup
Roasted carrot soup with and fennel is a simple, vegan soup. Roasting the vegetables brings out such great flavor!
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16. Vegan One Pot Creamy Garlic Parmesan Pasta

This is such an incredible, easy meal that you can make in under thirty minutes. It is going to be one of your favorite go-to vegetarian dinner recipes.

Vegan One Pot Creamy Garlic Parmesan Pasta
This easy vegan one pot creamy garlic parmesan pasta needs less than 30 minutes to make and can be completely top 8 allergen free.
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17. Crockpot Lentil Soup

Make an entire dinner in your slow cooker using this recipe. Lentils make the soup thick and creamy. Just dump all the ingredients in (including vegetable broth!), and come back later to a perfectly cooked meal.

Crockpot Lentil Soup
When’s the last time you tried lentil soup? If your answer was anything other than “I just polished off a bowl!” then it’s time to give this Crockpot Lentil Soup recipe a whirl.
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18. Vegan Sloppy Joes

With this recipe, you can follow a vegan diet and have tasty sloppy joes! This lentil-based meal is hearty, flavorful, and full of nutritional benefits.

Vegan Sloppy Joes
This recipe comes together in roughly 30 minutes, including cooking your lentils! It’s so simple and quick that it’s sure to become a weeknight staple in your home.
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19. Bulgar Salad

If you have never tried bulgar salad, you absolutely must! It is packed with healthy veggies and zesty lemon juice that is hard to resist. I love this salad both cold and warm. You choose your favorite way to eat this tasty dish.

Bulgar Salad
If you’re craving a healthy and satisfying salad, you just have to try this bulgur salad! With vibrant tomatoes, crisp bell peppers, refreshing cucumbers, zesty lemon juice, and fragrant fresh parsley, this salad is a tasty and nutritious option for a quick lunch or side dish. The recipe comes together in in less than 20 minutes! 
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20. Sweet Potato Soup

Paprika is such a perfect spice to compliment the sweet taste of this sweet potato soup. The smokey, slightly spicy taste is perfect for fall and winter. This is a great recipe to help you use that vegetable broth in your pantry!

Two Peans and Their Pod
A vibrant, creamy Sweet Potato Soup packed with vegetables, rich smoked paprika, coriander, thyme, and a drizzle of coconut milk makes this healthy vegan soup recipe a winner every time!
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21. Easy Homemade Vegetable Soup

Veggie soup is a classic dish to make with vegetable broth. I love this simple soup full of tender, fresh vegetables. I like to triple this recipe so I have extra in my freezer for an easy weeknight meal!

Easy Vegetable Soup
Meet my go-to vegetable soup! This homemade vegetable soup is healthy, easy to make, and tastes fantastic. It’s also vegan when you use vegetable broth!
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