Paleo Creamy Parsnip Soup

Warm your soul with this Paleo Creamy Parsnip Soup, a delightful blend of earthy parsnips, aromatic herbs, and rich, dairy-free creaminess. Perfectly suited for anyone following a paleo or gluten-free lifestyle, this healthy soup combines tender parsnips, sautéed onion, and garlic, simmered in a flavorful chicken or vegetable broth. A splash of silky coconut milk adds a luxurious texture, while fresh thyme delivers a fragrant, herby finish. Ready in just 45 minutes, this creamy soup is a wholesome, comforting meal that's perfect for cozy nights, elegant appetizers, or make-ahead weekday lunches. Easy to make, nutrient-dense, and irresistibly delicious, this paleo parsnip soup is a recipe you'll come back to again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 800 grams parsnips
• 1 medium onion
• 3 garlic cloves
• 750 ml chicken or vegetable broth
• 200 ml coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel the parsnips and chop them into small chunks, approximately 1 to 2 inches each.

Step 2

Peel and finely chop the onion.

Step 3

Peel and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes, until translucent.

Step 6

Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 7

Add the chopped parsnips to the pot and stir to combine with the onions and garlic.

Step 8

Pour the chicken or vegetable broth into the pot and bring it to a boil.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for about 20 minutes, or until the parsnips are tender.

Step 10

Remove the pot from heat and stir in the coconut milk.

Step 11

Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup to a countertop blender and blend in batches.

Step 12

Once smooth, stir in the fresh thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 13

Return the pot to low heat to gently reheat the soup if necessary.

Step 14

Serve the soup hot with an additional sprinkle of fresh thyme leaves on top if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1952.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1190.0

Total Fat 53.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.1g
Cholesterol 16mg	0%
Sodium 4993.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 172.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.7g	0%
Total Sugars 59.9g
Protein 17.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 388.9mg	0%
Iron 5.8mg	0%
Potassium 3452.9mg	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: 38.6%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 55.7%