Warm up your day with our Roasted Parsnip Thyme Soup. A comforting dish that marries the natural sweetness of parsnips with the aromatic essence of thyme. This budget-friendly recipe not only warms the heart but also delights the palate, making it an ideal choice for chilly evenings or a cosy family dinner.
Simple Ingredients, Big Flavours
Crafted with minimal ingredients, this soup highlights the rich flavours of roasted parsnips, garlic, and thyme. Roasting parsnips unlocks their inherent sweetness, creating a delightful contrast with the savoury elements of garlic and thyme. This dish is not just delicious; it’s also a fantastic way to enjoy healthy, wholesome ingredients without straining your budget.
Parsnips are packed with vitamins, minerals, and fibre, making them a nutritional powerhouse. They are particularly high in vitamin C, which supports immune function, and folate, essential for cell function and tissue growth. Their high fibre content promotes healthy digestion, while the antioxidants present in parsnips can help combat inflammation.
Roasted Parsnip Soup, Easy to Make
Preparing this soup is a simple process that invites creativity in the kitchen. Begin by roasting the parsnips and a whole garlic bulb, allowing them to develop a beautiful caramelised flavour that enhances the soup's richness.
Parsnips, garlic, and thyme ready to roast for a tasty Roasted Parsnip Soup!
Once roasted, transfer the parsnips and squeezed garlic into a large pot. Add the leaves from the roasted thyme for an aromatic boost.
Squeezing roasted garlic onto the parsnips for extra flavour
The addition of creamy goodness and vegetable stock creates a delightful base, while a sprinkle of nutmeg, salt, and pepper enhances the overall flavour profile.
Freshly grating nutmeg into the pot for a burst of flavour!
Using an immersion blender, blend the mixture until velvety smooth, ensuring all ingredients are well combined. This step not only makes for a lovely texture but also allows the flavours to meld beautifully.
Using an immersion blender to create a smooth, creamy texture!
Returning the pot to the stove for a gentle boil will intensify the soup’s deliciousness, resulting in a rich and creamy texture that is simply irresistible.
Finishing off the Roasted Parsnip Soup with crunchy croutons!
Versatile and Nourishing
This Roasted Parsnip Thyme Soup is incredibly versatile, allowing for various seasonal vegetables or adjustments to seasoning to suit your palate. It’s an excellent option for meal prep, easily stored in the fridge or frozen for later enjoyment.
Indulge in the delightful flavours of our Roasted Parsnip Thyme Soup, a warm and comforting dish that’s as budget-friendly as it is delicious. This creamy soup highlights the natural sweetness of roasted parsnips, enhanced by the earthy notes of thyme and a touch of garlic. Perfect for chilly evenings, it's a simple yet satisfying meal that can be whipped up in no time. Serve it with croutons and a drizzle of olive oil for added texture and richness. Enjoy a bowl of wholesome goodness that doesn’t break the bank!
Ingredients
For the soup:
500g parsnips (peeled, cut into cubes)
2tbsp olive oil
1pinch of salt & pepper
1 garlic bulb (top cut off)
6 thyme sprigs
200ml double cream
750ml veggie stock
1/3tsp nutmeg (grated)
For garnish:
Croutons
Olive oil
Chilli flakes
Thyme leaves
Instructions
Roast the parsnips and garlic at 200°C (fan) for 50-55 minutes, or until they’re as soft as a pillow.
Transfer the roasted parsnips and squeezed garlic to a pot, add the leaves from the roasted thyme (discard the stems), then add the cream, stock, salt, pepper, and nutmeg, and use an immersion blender to blitz until smooth.
Return to the stove and bring to a boil.
Serve with croutons, a drizzle of olive oil, chilli flakes, and thyme leaves.
Storage: This soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop before serving.
Freezing:The soup can be frozen for up to 3 months. Allow it to cool completely before transferring to freezer-safe containers. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
Variations:Feel free to add other vegetables, such as carrots or potatoes, for added flavour and nutrition. You can also adjust the amount of cream based on your preference for richness.
Serving Suggestions: This soup pairs wonderfully with crusty bread
