Recipes » Mix Recipes » Soup Mixes » Dehydrated Soup Mix

Dehydrated Soup Mix

fb iconpinterest icontwitter iconlinkedin iconbuffer icon
This post may contain affiliate links, see Disclosure.

2 C. Whole Wheat Couscous
1C. Dehydrated Bean Flakes (pinto, black bean, etc.)
1C. Dehydrated Soup Flakes (vegetable mix, cabbage, tomato, carrot, etc.)
1/2 C. Nutritional Yeast (not brewer’s yeast)
1/4C. Vegetable Broth Powder (a green one like spinach, etc. is nice)
2 tsp. Herb Pepper
2 tsp. Dried Oregano
2 tsp. Dehydrated Onion Flakes
1 Tbs. Salt

Jump to Recipe Pin

Mix ingredients and store in sealed air-tight container. To prepare, mix with boiling water, about 1 c. mix to 4 cups water, depending on desired thickness, simmer for 2 to 3 minutes and let stand, covered, at least 5 minutes before serving.

.

Bowl of prepared dehydrated soup with couscous, bean flakes, and mixed vegetables

Dehydrated Soup Mix

Article or recipe authorMelissa 'Liss' Burnell
(Click on the stars to vote!)
Share
Print Save PDF
preparation time10 minutes
total time10 minutes
A hearty dry soup mix made with whole wheat couscous, bean flakes, dehydrated vegetables, and savory seasonings for a quick pantry meal. Estimated batch cost is $12.66, or about $1.27 per large serving, and each batch cooks up in minutes with boiling water.
Servings10 servings
CoursePantry Staple, Soup Mix
CuisineAmerican
Budget101 Price Breakdown$12.66

Ingredients

  • 2 cups whole wheat couscous
  • 1 cup dehydrated bean flakes
  • 1 cup dehydrated soup flakes
  • ½ cup nutritional yeast
  • ¼ cup vegetable broth powder
  • 2 teaspoons herb pepper
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons dehydrated onion flakes
  • 1 tablespoon salt

Instructions

  1. Combine the whole wheat couscous, dehydrated bean flakes, dehydrated soup flakes, nutritional yeast, vegetable broth powder, herb pepper, dried oregano, dehydrated onion flakes, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Stir well until the seasonings are evenly distributed.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a sealed airtight container for storage.
  4. To prepare, combine 1 cup of mix with 4 cups boiling water.
  5. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.
  6. Cover and let stand at least 5 minutes before serving.

Recipe Size Alteration

💡 If you altered the ingredients above by doubling or tripling the recipe, you may also need to change the pan/dish size and adjust the cook time.

Notes

Prep time is an estimate based on measuring and mixing the dry ingredients.
The full batch yields about 5 prepared batches, or about 10 large servings total, estimated.
Store the dry mix in an airtight container in a cool, dry place up to 6 months for best quality, estimated.
Refrigerate prepared soup within 2 hours and use within 3 to 4 days.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!
Bowl of prepared dehydrated soup with couscous, bean flakes, and mixed vegetables

Dehydrated Soup Mix

Article or recipe authorMelissa 'Liss' Burnell
(Click on the stars to vote!)
Share
Print Save PDF
preparation time10 minutes
total time10 minutes
A hearty dry soup mix made with whole wheat couscous, bean flakes, dehydrated vegetables, and savory seasonings for a quick pantry meal. Estimated batch cost is $12.66, or about $1.27 per large serving, and each batch cooks up in minutes with boiling water.
Servings10 servings
CoursePantry Staple, Soup Mix
CuisineAmerican
Budget101 Price Breakdown$12.66

Ingredients

  • 2 cups whole wheat couscous
  • 1 cup dehydrated bean flakes
  • 1 cup dehydrated soup flakes
  • ½ cup nutritional yeast
  • ¼ cup vegetable broth powder
  • 2 teaspoons herb pepper
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons dehydrated onion flakes
  • 1 tablespoon salt

Instructions

  1. Combine the whole wheat couscous, dehydrated bean flakes, dehydrated soup flakes, nutritional yeast, vegetable broth powder, herb pepper, dried oregano, dehydrated onion flakes, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Stir well until the seasonings are evenly distributed.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a sealed airtight container for storage.
  4. To prepare, combine 1 cup of mix with 4 cups boiling water.
  5. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.
  6. Cover and let stand at least 5 minutes before serving.

Recipe Size Alteration

💡 If you altered the ingredients above by doubling or tripling the recipe, you may also need to change the pan/dish size and adjust the cook time.

Notes

Prep time is an estimate based on measuring and mixing the dry ingredients.
The full batch yields about 5 prepared batches, or about 10 large servings total, estimated.
Store the dry mix in an airtight container in a cool, dry place up to 6 months for best quality, estimated.
Refrigerate prepared soup within 2 hours and use within 3 to 4 days.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!
Have you made Dehydrated Soup Mix? What did you change, substitute, or serve with it?
🍂 Every qualifying comment also earns a giveaway entry. Unlimited entries.

Melissa 'Liss' Burnell, Founder of Budget101

👩‍🍳 About the Author

Melissa "Liss" Burnell started Budget101.com in 2001 because she needed it to exist — not because she saw a market opportunity. She was feeding a family of four on under $200 a month, and people kept asking how, so she started writing everything down.

That turned into 25 years of recipes, debt-busting strategies, and DIY content — including figuring out how to make 128 loads of laundry detergent for less than $2. Millions of families have quietly used this site to stretch a dollar without feeling like they're sacrificing anything. She's also the author of two bestselling budget cooking ebooks, available on Amazon.

📚 More on the About page, or find her on Pinterest, Instagram, and Facebook.

2 thoughts on “Dehydrated Soup Mix”

  1. This dehydrated soup mix is a total lifesaver for camping trips or busy weeknights! 🏕️🍲 I love how you can customize it with your favorite veggies or add different seasonings depending on your taste.

    It’s also a great way to use up leftover veggies before they go bad. Has anyone tried adding noodles or rice to the mix for a more filling soup? 🍜 It seems like the perfect grab-and-go meal!

    Reply
  2. I like this recipe because it’s not only easy to make, but also healthy and nutritious. The author has included a list of ingredients that are easy to find in your local grocery store or online. I’m always looking for ways to save money on groceries so the fact that you can buy all these ingredients off Amazon is great! It makes me feel more confident about my purchase too knowing there will be no shipping costs involved with delivery.

    Reply
💬 Join the conversation
Have you made Dehydrated Soup Mix? What did you change, substitute, or serve with it?
🍂 Budget101 Fall Comment Giveaway
Every qualifying comment = 1 entry
This week: $25 Winner's Choice Gift Card
Weekly entry period: Aug 17 through Aug 23, 2026.
Grand prize: $100 Walmart Gift Card
Every qualifying comment also remains in the grand-prize pool through Oct 30, 2026.
Unlimited entries. Each approved, original, relevant comment receives one entry.

Leave a Comment

Rating