Homemade Veggie Bouillon

Elevate your cooking with this easy, Homemade Veggie Bouillon recipe—a flavor-packed kitchen staple that transforms fresh, wholesome vegetables into a versatile seasoning paste. Featuring nutrient-rich carrots, celery, leeks, and garlic, plus fragrant herbs like thyme and parsley, this bouillon offers a burst of natural, savory flavor in every spoonful. A touch of salt preserves the mixture, while optional mushrooms add a delightful umami depth. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a quick blend in your food processor, you’ll create a paste that’s perfect for soups, stews, sauces, and beyond. Store it in the fridge or freezer for an effortless way to enhance your favorite dishes with homemade goodness!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 25

Ingredients

• 2 medium Carrots
• 2 Celery stalks
• 1 large Leeks
• 1 medium Onion
• 4 Garlic cloves
• 1 bunch Parsley
• 4 sprigs Thyme
• 1 Bay leaf
• 200 grams Salt
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 100 grams Mushrooms (optional for umami)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and peel the vegetables as necessary (e.g., carrots, onion, garlic) and trim any tough ends.

Step 2

Roughly chop the carrots, celery, leeks, onion, garlic, and mushrooms (if using) into small pieces for easy blending.

Step 3

In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add all the chopped vegetables and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened.

Step 5

Strip the thyme leaves from the sprigs and add them to the skillet along with the parsley and the bay leaf. Stir well.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly.

Step 7

Transfer the cooked vegetables and herbs to a food processor or blender. Add the salt and blend until a smooth paste forms. Scrape down the sides of the blender as needed to ensure even mixing.

Step 8

Transfer the bouillon paste to an airtight glass jar or container. Store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 months or freeze in ice cube trays for longer storage.

Step 9

To use, dissolve 1 tablespoon of the bouillon paste in 1 cup of boiling water or adjust to taste for your recipe.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	911.6 grams (911.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	550

Total Fat 30.20g	39%
Saturated Fat 4.80g	24%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.90g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 78899mg	3430%
Total Carbohydrate 65.40g	24%
Dietary Fiber 14.80g	53%
Total Sugars 23.20g
Protein 12.00g	24%

Vitamin D 7IU	35%
Calcium 451mg	35%
Iron 14mg	76%
Potassium 1895mg	40%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.7%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 45.0%