Irish Saint Patricks Soup

Celebrate the warmth and heartiness of Irish tradition with this Saint Patrick’s Soup, a delightful blend of rustic vegetables and comforting flavors that's perfect for any season. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender russet potatoes, sweet carrots, earthy cabbage, and aromatic herbs like thyme and parsley, simmered to perfection in a savory vegetable broth. A quick pulse with an immersion blender creates a creamy yet chunky texture, making every bite satisfying. Enhance its richness with a splash of optional heavy cream, and serve it alongside freshly baked Irish soda bread for an authentic Saint Patrick’s Day feast or a cozy weeknight dinner. Packed with wholesome ingredients, this vibrant soup is a celebration of Ireland in a bowl.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 3 cups cabbage, shredded
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup heavy cream (optional)
• 1 loaf Irish soda bread, for serving (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Melt the butter with the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the cubed potatoes, shredded cabbage, vegetable broth, bay leaf, thyme, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Increase the heat to high and bring the soup to a boil.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Remove the bay leaf from the pot and discard.

Step 8

Using an immersion blender (or a standard blender in batches), blend part of the soup to create a creamy texture while leaving some chunks for a hearty consistency.

Step 9

If desired, stir in the heavy cream and heat gently for 2–3 minutes, without bringing the soup to a boil.

Step 10

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper to preference.

Step 11

Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot. Accompany with Irish soda bread for a complete Irish-inspired meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3755.4 grams (3755.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3931

Total Fat 119.90g	154%
Saturated Fat 54.00g	270%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.30g
Cholesterol 199mg	66%
Sodium 9764mg	425%
Total Carbohydrate 634.00g	231%
Dietary Fiber 64.00g	229%
Total Sugars 108.40g
Protein 98.20g	196%

Vitamin D 5IU	23%
Calcium 900mg	69%
Iron 30mg	168%
Potassium 8557mg	182%

*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: 26.9%

Protein: 9.8%

Carbs: 63.3%