Have you ever had a compost soup? Also called garbage soup, kitchen sink soup, and other equally unappetizing names. Sounds gross, but it’s a great way to reduce food waste and get your veggies in. I make it once in awhile when I have some veggies in the fridge that are getting wilty. Super easy–roast some veggies for extra flavour, caramelize some onions and garlic, throw it all together with some veggie broth and blend with an immersion blender. The end result is flavourful, packed with veggies, and usually super cheap.

I tossed leftover veggies from the fridge in olive oil, salt and pepper. This time I used carrots, brussel sprouts (pictured but not used in the soup), broccoli (not pictured) and cauliflower. I also cooked some onion and garlic in a pot and then added the veggies once they were browned and covered it all with water and some plant-based bouillon.

Right before I was ready to blend I added a whole head of wilted spinach after removing the stems (spinach? really? yes. you will not notice the taste, and it adds a very vibrant green and adds a bunch of great nutrients)

Mix, blend with an immersion blender, and enjoy! This will keep in the fridge for about a week, or in the freezer indefinitely. I love it with some toasted crusty sourdough or an everything bagel.