Description
This creamy potato carrot soup is the ultimate bowl of cozy comfort. Packed with hearty potatoes, sweet carrots, and simple spices, it’s the perfect easy recipe for chilly nights, quick lunches, or healthy meal prep. Silky-smooth and rich in flavor, it’s a wholesome dinner idea you can throw together in just 30 minutes. Whether you’re after a healthy snack or soothing comfort food, this easy soup recipe is everything you need.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
2 cups carrots, peeled and chopped
4 cups vegetable broth
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme
1 tablespoon butter (optional)
1 tablespoon chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened.
2. Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
3. Add the diced potatoes and carrots. Stir to combine.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth, add salt, pepper, and thyme. Bring to a boil.
5. Reduce heat to simmer and cook for 20-25 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
6. Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth. If using a standard blender, work in batches carefully.
7. Stir in the butter if using. Adjust seasoning to taste.
8. Ladle into bowls and garnish with parsley and cracked pepper.
Notes
For extra creaminess, stir in a splash of milk or cream before serving.
You can make this soup completely vegan by omitting the butter or replacing it with plant-based margarine.
Garnish with croutons or a sprinkle of cheese for a heartier presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: creamy soup, potato carrot soup, healthy dinner, vegetarian soup, easy recipe