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Country Harvest Root Vegetable Soup

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Country Harvest Root Vegetable Soup is a hearty and comforting soup made with a medley of root vegetables simmered in a savory broth. Perfect for chilly days, it’s full of earthy, slightly sweet flavors and warming herbs.

Ingredients

  • 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 2 parsnips, peeled and chopped
  • 1 medium rutabaga or 2 turnips, peeled and chopped
  • 1 large sweet potato or 2 regular potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 1 tsp dried thyme or 1 tbsp fresh thyme
  • 1/2 tsp dried rosemary (optional)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Chopped parsley or dill, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Peel and chop all root vegetables into bite-sized pieces. Dice the onion and celery, and mince the garlic.
  2. In a large soup pot, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Sauté onion and celery until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  4. Stir in chopped carrots, parsnips, rutabaga, and sweet potatoes. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Pour in vegetable broth to cover the vegetables. Add thyme, rosemary (if using), bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30–40 minutes, or until all vegetables are tender.
  7. Remove bay leaf. For a creamier texture, mash some of the vegetables or blend a portion of the soup and stir it back in.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with fresh parsley or dill before serving.

Notes

Add cooked beans or lentils for extra protein.For a spicy twist, stir in a pinch of chili flakes or smoked paprika.Blend half the soup and stir in cream or coconut milk for a creamy version.To make it heartier, add cooked grains like barley, farro, or quinoa.Great for meal prep—flavors deepen after a day in the fridge.

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