Creamy Parsnip Soup

Warm up your soul with a bowl of velvety smooth Creamy Parsnip Soup, a comforting dish that highlights the natural sweetness of roasted parsnips paired with the earthy flavor of fresh thyme. This fragrant soup, enriched with a touch of heavy cream, is hearty yet elegant, perfect for cozy dinners or an impressive starter for guests. Made with simple ingredients like tender parsnips, creamy potatoes, and aromatic garlic, it comes together in under an hour, making it an easy choice for both weeknight cooking and special occasions. Serve it piping hot, finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, to showcase this wholesome, flavor-packed soup at its finest. Perfect for anyone seeking a warm, gluten-free vegetarian option, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 800 grams parsnips
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 3 medium garlic cloves
• 1.5 liters vegetable broth
• 1 medium potato
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon thyme leaves
• 100 milliliters heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Peel and chop the parsnips into 1-inch pieces. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 3

Peel and finely chop the onion. Add it to the pot and sauté for 5-7 minutes until translucent.

Step 4

Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the pot, stirring for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Peel and dice the potato, then add it to the pot along with the chopped parsnips. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Pour the vegetable broth into the pot, adding the bay leaf and thyme leaves.

Step 7

Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.

Step 8

Simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the parsnips and potatoes are very tender.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf, then use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, allow the soup to cool slightly and blend in batches in a countertop blender.

Step 10

Return the soup to the pot if necessary, then stir in the heavy cream.

Step 11

Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.

Step 12

Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2802.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2194.6

Total Fat 104.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 15.5g
Cholesterol 120.5mg	0%
Sodium 7256.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 281.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 52.3g	0%
Total Sugars 71.5g
Protein 43.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 623.0mg	0%
Iron 14.6mg	0%
Potassium 6658.2mg	0%

*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: 41.8%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 50.3%