World's Greatest Vegetable Broth Recipe

World's Greatest Vegetable Broth Recipe

Cook Time: 90 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1 pounds sweet onions, peeled and cut into wedges
  • 1 pound tomatoes, cored and quartered
  • 1 pound carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 pound green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • pound turnips, cubed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound celery, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 6 whole black peppercorns
  • 3 whole cloves
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 gallon water

Directions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 450F (230C).
  2. Place the onions, tomatoes, carrots, bell peppers, and turnips in a large roasting pan. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat all the vegetables evenly.
  3. Roast the vegetables in the preheated oven, stirring every 15 minutes, until the vegetables are tender and the onions are caramelized, about 1 hour.
  4. Once roasted, transfer the vegetables into a large stockpot. Add the celery, parsley, garlic, peppercorns, cloves, and bay leaf to the pot.
  5. Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 20 to 40 minutes, or until the liquid is reduced by half.
  6. After simmering, strain the broth into a large bowl, reserving the vegetables for another use.

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

  • Calories: 133
  • Total Fat: 4g (5% Daily Value)
  • Saturated Fat: 1g (3% Daily Value)
  • Sodium: 132mg (6% Daily Value)
  • Total Carbohydrates: 23g (8% Daily Value)
  • Dietary Fiber: 7g (24% Daily Value)
  • Total Sugars: 11g
  • Protein: 4g (7% Daily Value)
  • Vitamin C: 81mg (90% Daily Value)
  • Calcium: 113mg (9% Daily Value)
  • Iron: 2mg (9% Daily Value)
  • Potassium: 802mg (17% Daily Value)

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

World's Greatest Vegetable Broth Recipe

Comments

Sarah Thompson

10/01/2025 05:02:58 PM

I absolutely adored this recipe! As someone who frequently cooks risotto, this one is a complete winner for me. I also like to blend the extra vegetables and incorporate them into a spaghetti sauce for future dinners.

Heather Collins

09/29/2025 09:27:32 AM

I didn't make any alterations to this recipe based on the advice from several reviews, and I'm so glad I didn't. I absolutely adore this broth. Despite it being late and feeling exhausted, I noticed it hadn't reduced enough, so I transferred it to my slow cooker on low before going to bed. The next morning, it was perfect. The result was amazing - flavorful and hearty. This will now be my top choice for all my soups, particularly those featuring fall squash and pumpkin. Thank you for sharing this recipe!

Nancy King

09/28/2025 10:16:28 AM

I am currently on my first day of a liquid fast using Almaded protein shakes, and the program suggests consuming homemade vegetable broth to curb hunger in between shakes. I searched online and stumbled upon this recipe. After simmering the broth for about 45 minutes, I couldn't resist trying it out as I was feeling a bit hungry in the late afternoon. The broth turned out to be incredibly flavorful even before it was fully done cooking, and I am excited to taste the final result! I decided to enhance the recipe by adding a can of diced tomatoes, 1 parsnip, 3 zucchinis, and 1 large sweet potato. I also seasoned the vegetables with plenty of rosemary and garlic powder before roasting them. In the soup pot, I used minced garlic instead of whole cloves and ground cloves instead of whole, simply because that's what I had available. **Update 2/9/2014:** I drizzled some balsamic vinegar into the broth after it finished cooking, and it added an incredible zing to the already delightful flavor. The vegetables turned out fantastic, and I plan to blend them into a puree and freeze them to incorporate into future soups, sauces, and dishes. I am definitely going to make this recipe again, perhaps by chopping the veggies into smaller pieces and adding proteins and grains to create a complete meal.

Sarah Allen

09/28/2025 08:09:45 PM

I am absolutely in love with this recipe! The simplicity of roasting all the ingredients together, except for the garlic, always brings out a wonderful flavor. I made the mistake of roasting small garlic pieces once and they burned, but learned my lesson. Roasting an entire head of garlic resulted in a perfect outcome, which I later used for a divine roasted garlic bread. I've used the roasted vegetables to create a delicious vegan pate for crackers by blending them with seasoning. Additionally, adding cream cheese and more seasonings made a cheesy vegetable dip that was a hit. Experimenting with different herbs and spices each time always yields fantastic results. The broth serves as a fantastic base for various Asian soups, stock for pot pies, or simply as a seasoned dish on its own. I have shared this recipe countless times, and it never fails to impress. What I love most is how easy it is to prepare – just wash, chop, roast, simmer, strain, and enjoy. It also freezes well, making it convenient for future use. Depending on the dish, I may adjust the ingredients slightly, but I always ensure to include turnips for their unique balance without an overpowering taste. This recipe encourages creativity and truly deserves the title of the World's Greatest Vegetable Broth!

Debra King

09/28/2025 02:47:52 AM

I absolutely love this broth! To save time and enhance the flavors, I simply toss the roasted vegetables, water, and other ingredients into my slow cooker and let them stew for a few hours before simmering the broth. This method requires less monitoring on the stovetop, yet results in a wonderfully rich and flavorful broth.

Dennis King

09/28/2025 02:35:37 PM

I absolutely loved this stock - it was so simple to prepare! Once the stock had reduced, I removed the vegetables and blended them in my food processor. After mixing in the pureed veggies, I stirred in a can of diced tomatoes seasoned with garlic and basil, along with some kale, white beans, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes. The result was a delicious soup that I thoroughly enjoyed. Thank you for sharing this fantastic recipe!

William Anderson

09/28/2025 09:27:51 PM

This product is fantastic for storing in the freezer as a versatile foundation for numerous recipes, minus the excessive sodium. I highly recommend it to everyone!

Tyler Evans

09/28/2025 03:47:29 PM

We absolutely adore this broth! I utilize it as a foundation for many dishes, and we also enjoy drinking it on its own ;-)

Kelly Evans

09/30/2025 02:00:45 PM

Review rewritten: I blended the vegetables and added them back to the broth. I enjoyed this dish while dealing with a Crohn's flare-up, as it was one of the few things I could easily eat. Both my husband and I really appreciate the delicious broth.

Angela Rodriguez

09/30/2025 09:47:02 PM

Before proceeding with this recipe, I have a query. The images display celery on the baking sheet, whereas the instructions do not mention celery in the initial step. Celery is introduced in the fourth step, leading me to believe that it is uncooked. Could you please clarify which approach is correct, and if it will have any impact on the final outcome?

Edward Cruz

09/29/2025 03:15:29 PM

Superb! Absolutely adored the taste and will definitely be making it again!