Scottish Oaty Vegetable Soup

Warm up with a bowl of hearty Scottish Oaty Vegetable Soup, a comforting and wholesome dish that combines rustic flavors with nourishing ingredients. This traditional recipe features a medley of diced carrots, parsnip, potato, leek, and celery, simmered gently in a savory vegetable stock. The addition of rolled oats lends a uniquely creamy texture and a touch of traditional Scottish flair, while fresh parsley and a hint of garlic elevate the flavor profile. Perfect for cozy evenings or as a satisfying lunch, this soup is easy to make with just 15 minutes of prep and is naturally vegan and gluten-free (when using certified gluten-free oats). Serve it steaming hot with a slice of crusty bread for the ultimate comfort food experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups vegetable stock
• 3 tablespoons rolled oats
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 2 medium, diced carrot
• 1 medium, diced parsnip
• 1 medium, sliced leek
• 1 medium, peeled and diced potato
• 2 medium, chopped celery stalks
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon, or to taste salt
• 0.5 teaspoon, or to taste black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and chopped celery. Sauté for 3–5 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 3

Add the diced carrots, parsnip, leek, and potato to the pot. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Sprinkle the rolled oats over the vegetables and stir to combine.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 25–30 minutes, or until all the vegetables are tender.

Step 7

Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in the chopped parsley.

Step 8

Using a potato masher, lightly mash some of the vegetables in the pot to create a thicker consistency while leaving some texture.

Step 9

Serve the soup hot with crusty bread on the side. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2568.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1276.9

Total Fat 38.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.4g
Cholesterol 6.3mg	0%
Sodium 6572.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 205.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.0g	0%
Total Sugars 53.1g
Protein 40.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 600.2mg	0%
Iron 13.3mg	0%
Potassium 5662.1mg	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: 26.0%

Protein: 12.2%

Carbs: 61.8%