Portuguese Potato and Cilantro Soup

Warm, comforting, and bursting with fresh flavor, Portuguese Potato and Cilantro Soup is a simple yet elegant dish that showcases the beauty of humble ingredients. Made with hearty russet potatoes, aromatic garlic and onions, and a generous infusion of fresh cilantro, this creamy soup is perfectly balanced with a touch of cumin for earthy depth. Its quick preparation—just 15 minutes of prep time and under 40 minutes total—makes it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners, while the velvety texture and fragrant herbs ensure it feels special enough for entertaining. Serve it hot with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of cilantro for a nourishing, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly (if using vegetable stock) meal that’s as comforting as it is flavorful. Keywords: Portuguese potato soup, cilantro soup, creamy potato soup, easy soup recipe, vegan soup, gluten-free soup, weeknight dinner idea.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 large Russet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 6 cups vegetable or chicken stock
• 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 4

Add the diced potatoes to the pot and stir to coat them with the onion and garlic mixture.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable or chicken stock and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 7

Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, blend in batches using a countertop blender, then return it to the pot.

Step 8

Stir in the chopped cilantro, reserving a small amount for garnish if desired.

Step 9

Season the soup with salt, black pepper, and ground cumin, adjusting to taste.

Step 10

Simmer on low for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 11

Serve hot, garnished with the reserved cilantro and a drizzle of olive oil if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3045.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1336.7

Total Fat 34.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7618.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 239.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.3g	0%
Total Sugars 18.2g
Protein 40.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 376.3mg	0%
Iron 16.0mg	0%
Potassium 5991.9mg	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: 21.9%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 66.9%