Hearty Root Veggie Soup

Warm up with a bowl of Hearty Root Veggie Soup, a vibrant and nourishing recipe that’s loaded with wholesome root vegetables like carrots, parsnips, sweet potato, and russet potato. This comforting soup is simmered with aromatic garlic, onion, and a blend of herbs including thyme and rosemary, infusing every spoonful with cozy, earthy flavors. Perfect for chilly days, this vegetarian and gluten-free soup strikes the ideal balance between rustic and refined, whether you leave it chunky or give it a quick blend. Ready in under an hour, it’s a satisfying meal that’s both easy to make and delicious to share. Garnish with fresh parsley for an extra pop of color and freshness, and enjoy a bowl of this ultimate comfort food that's as nourishing as it is flavorful.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large (diced) yellow onion
• 3 medium (peeled and diced) carrots
• 3 medium (peeled and diced) parsnips
• 1 medium (peeled and cubed) sweet potato
• 1 medium (peeled and cubed) russet potato
• 2 (chopped) celery stalks
• 4 (minced) garlic cloves
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) black pepper
• 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the carrots, parsnips, celery, sweet potato, and russet potato. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and stir in the thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaf from the pot.

Step 8

Using an immersion blender, blend the soup partially if you prefer a thicker texture, or leave it chunky for a rustic feel.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2915.1 grams (2915.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1647

Total Fat 57.30g	73%
Saturated Fat 11.30g	57%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.50g
Cholesterol 11mg	4%
Sodium 6944mg	302%
Total Carbohydrate 254.20g	92%
Dietary Fiber 52.80g	189%
Total Sugars 69.10g
Protein 43.60g	87%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 712mg	55%
Iron 15mg	83%
Potassium 7183mg	153%

*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: 30.2%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 59.6%