Description
This creamy Carrot Potato Soup is a cozy, flavorful dish that’s perfect for chilly evenings or anytime you need a warm and hearty bowl of comfort. Sweet carrots and earthy potatoes blend together in a velvety broth with a touch of garlic, onion, and herbs. It’s an easy one-pot meal that can be made vegan or enhanced with cream for extra richness. Perfect for make-ahead lunches or quick family dinners.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 large carrots, peeled and chopped
3 medium potatoes, diced
4 cups vegetable broth
1/2 cup heavy cream (optional)
1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
2 tablespoons chopped chives or parsley (for garnish)
1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional topping)
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
2. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add chopped carrots and diced potatoes to the pot, stir to coat with the oil and aromatics. Cook for another 5 minutes.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth, ensuring the vegetables are fully covered. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 20–25 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
5. For a creamy soup, blend with an immersion blender until smooth, or blend half the soup for a chunkier texture.
6. Stir in the heavy cream (if using) and season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for 2–3 more minutes.
7. Serve hot, garnished with chopped chives or parsley and a spoonful of sour cream or yogurt if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, try roasting the carrots and potatoes before adding to the soup.
If freezing, skip the cream and add it fresh when reheating to avoid separation.
Adjust thickness by blending more or less, or add broth if it becomes too thick after storing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: carrot potato soup, creamy vegetable soup, comfort food, easy soup