Creamy Vegetable Soup
Creamy vegetable soup is a hearty, nourishing dish that combines fresh vegetables into a velvety blend, perfect for cozy evenings. With its vibrant colors and rich flavors, this soup not only warms you up but also delights your taste buds. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups carrots, chopped
- 1 cup celery, chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your veggies: Wash and chop all vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- Sauté aromatics: In a large pot, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Add vegetables: Stir in carrots, celery, and potatoes; cook for another 5-7 minutes until slightly softened.
- Pour in broth: Add vegetable broth to cover the veggies. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes until tender.
- Blend until smooth: Use an immersion blender or transfer to a blender to puree until creamy. Stir in cream or coconut milk.
- Add herbs & season: Mix in thyme and parsley along with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Customize by swapping vegetables based on what you have on hand. For extra flavor, add spices like paprika or cumin. Blending only half of the soup can create an interesting texture.