Description
Dive into the delightful world of comfort food with this creamy carrot potato soup. Perfect for chilly evenings, this soup is a warm hug in a bowl, made with fresh vegetables and simple seasonings. Its rich, velvety texture and vibrant flavors make it an ideal choice for both quick weeknight dinners and cozy gatherings with friends. Plus, it’s budget-friendly and freezes beautifully, allowing you to enjoy its comforting goodness anytime. Whether paired with crusty bread or served as a starter, this soup is sure to satisfy and impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Tbsp butter or olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 celery stick, chopped
- 1 lb carrots, peeled and diced
- 1 lb potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 ½ cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- Seasonings: Italian herbs, thyme, parsley, salt, pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter or olive oil. Sauté onion with a pinch of salt and pepper for about 5 minutes until soft. Add garlic and cook for one more minute until fragrant.
- Stir in carrots, potatoes, celery, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Lower the heat, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Let the mixture cool slightly before blending until smooth using either a stand blender or hand blender.
- Return blended soup to the pot; taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Stir in fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg