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So What Is Soup Mix?
Whilst there are many different brands and variations on the market, soup mix is essentially just a mix of lentils, peas, beans and grains that add bulk and fibre to a meal.
Soup mix does not require soaking before use, so can be added straight into your soup liquid. And as soup mix requires just that little more time in the pot to soften to eating consistency, it is ideal for adding to the slow cooker.
Ingredient Substitutions for This Slow Cooker Vegetable Soup Recipe
This slow cooker vegetable soup recipe is what I refer to as a fridge cleaner. Don’t feel at all constrained by the recipe. I simply threw in the vegetables I had, so feel free to swap in whatever you have on hand. Also:
- If you can’t find soup mix in your local supermarket, you can easily make your own. Mix together 1/3 cup split peas, 1/3 cup green lentils and 1/3 cup barley and use this in place of the soup mix in the recipe.
- Barley is not gluten free. If you need a gluten free mix, and cannot find one locally, then simply use the ratios above but replace the barley with quinoa.
- Chicken stock can be used in place of the vegetable stock. Just be aware that the soup will no longer be vegan if using meat stock.
- Any hearty root vegetables would work well in this soup. Try sweet potato or pumpkin, parsnip or celeriac.
- Kale would be a good replacement for the silverbeet or spinach.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Soup Mix Recipes
Do I have to soak soup mix?
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