Potato Rice Soup

Cozy up with a warm bowl of Potato Rice Soup, a comforting blend of hearty potatoes, tender rice, and aromatic vegetables simmered in a flavorful broth. This easy-to-make recipe combines pantry staples like long-grain white rice, dried herbs, and creamy milk (or a dairy-free alternative) to create a velvety soup with just the right amount of texture. Infused with garlic, onion, and a hint of thyme, every spoonful is bursting with homestyle goodness. Perfect as a quick weeknight meal or a satisfying starter, this one-pot dish is ready in under 45 minutes and is sure to be a family favorite. Garnish with fresh parsley for a rustic flourish, and enjoy the ultimate in soul-soothing comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium potatoes
• 1 large carrot
• 2 celery stalks
• 1 medium onion
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative)
• 2 tablespoons butter (or olive oil)
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 bay leaf

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Dice the carrot, celery, and onion into small, even pieces. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 2

In a large pot, melt the butter (or heat olive oil) over medium heat. Add the onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes, or until the vegetables soften and the onion turns translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced potatoes, vegetable broth, dried thyme, dried parsley, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.

Step 5

Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in the rice. Cover the pot with a lid and let it simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until the rice and potatoes are tender.

Step 6

Remove the bay leaf and use a potato masher or an immersion blender to mash some of the potatoes directly in the pot. This will thicken the soup while leaving some chunks for texture.

Step 7

Stir in the milk and let the soup simmer for 2–3 more minutes to combine the flavors. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls and serve warm. For an extra touch, garnish with fresh parsley or a drizzle of olive oil, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2995.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1989.5

Total Fat 42.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 82.0mg	0%
Sodium 6011.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 353.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.1g	0%
Total Sugars 53.5g
Protein 62.7g	0%

Vitamin D 142.0IU	0%
Calcium 772.8mg	0%
Iron 19.8mg	0%
Potassium 7950.9mg	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: 18.7%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 69.0%