Easy Caribbean Dreams Vegetable Soup

Warm, comforting and packed with wholesome vegetables, this easy vegetable soup is perfect for busy weeknights, relaxed weekends or whenever the family is craving something hearty and satisfying.

Made with Caribbean Dreams Vegetable Soup Mix, this recipe comes together quickly while still delivering plenty of rich, savoury flavour. Serve it with crackers, crusty bread or a few homemade dumplings for a complete and comforting meal.

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

25–30 minutes

Servings

4–6

Ingredients

• 1 pack Caribbean Dreams Vegetable Soup Mix

• 6 cups water

• 1 cup diced carrots

• 1 cup chopped tomatoes

• 1 cup sliced okra

• 1 cup diced Irish potatoes

• ½ cup chopped celery

• ½ cup chopped onions

• ½ cup diced bell peppers, optional

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

• 1 teaspoon butter or coconut oil, optional

• Fresh parsley, finely chopped, for garnish

• Salt, if needed

Instructions

1. Prepare the Soup Base

In a medium-sized pot, bring the water to a boil.

Add the Caribbean Dreams Vegetable Soup Mix and stir well until it is completely dissolved.

2. Add the Vegetables

Reduce the heat to medium and add the carrots, tomatoes, okra, Irish potatoes, celery, onions and bell peppers, if using.

Stir to combine, then allow the soup to simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until the potatoes and carrots are tender.

3. Season and Simmer

Add the minced garlic, black pepper and half of the chopped parsley.

For a richer flavour, stir in the butter or coconut oil.

Allow the soup to simmer for another 5 minutes so the flavours can come together.

4. Taste and Serve

Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with a little salt or additional black pepper, if needed.

Ladle into bowls, garnish with the remaining parsley and serve hot with crackers, crusty bread or your favourite side.

Optional Add-Ins

Make this soup your own by adding:

• Small dumplings or noodles for a heartier meal

• Sweet corn or green beans for additional colour and texture

• Pumpkin for a slightly sweet, creamy flavour

• Shredded chicken for added protein

• A small piece of Scotch bonnet pepper for a gentle spicy kick

Family Kitchen Tip

Cut the vegetables into similar-sized pieces so they cook evenly. For younger children, chop the vegetables a little smaller and leave out the Scotch bonnet pepper.

Comfort in Every Spoonful

With colourful vegetables and the savoury flavour of Caribbean Dreams Vegetable Soup Mix, this simple recipe makes it easy to prepare a warm, nourishing meal the whole family can enjoy.