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    Home » Soups & Stews » Creamy Parsnip Soup Recipe

    Creamy Parsnip Soup Recipe

    Jan 22, 2020 · by Valentina · 30 Comments

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    This Creamy Parsnip Soup recipe is a bowl of delicious, vegan comfort. Whether or not you like parsnips, you will love this, rich, luscious soup! Creamy Parsnip Soup with Baby Parsnip French Fries in a purple bowl on a wood with a green floral cloth.I know that life is super busy and that it's often hard to slow down, which is one of the many reasons I so appreciate you being here.

    And now, if you can squeeze in just an extra moment for me -- well, for this soup -- take a good look at the image above.

    Do you see the beautiful, light golden color? The creaminess? The richness?

    Guess what? All of that rich and creamy deliciousness is vegan. No cream!

    Even if you're a person who thinks they might not care for parsnips -- this soup will change you.

    What do parsnips taste like?

    • Related to carrots and parsley, you will taste notes of both in a parsnip.
    • Parsnips are subtly sweet with an earthy, nut-like flavor.

    chopped raw parsnips on baking sheet

    What's in Creamy Parsnip Soup?

    • parsnips (baby and large)
    • onion
    • garlic
    • nutmeg, salt, pepper
    • Dutch yellow potatoes
    • vegetable stock

    parsnips, caramelized on baking sheet for creamy parsnip soup

    Look at these baby parsnips . . .several baby parsnips on black background

    Baby Parsnips

    Baby parsnips are more tender and a bit sweeter than the larger parsnips -- and they're perfect for making French fries!

    You can get baby parsnips in the specialty section of most grocery stores or here from Melissa's Produce.

    Here's an image of a regular parsnip and a baby parsnip, to give you a little perspective on their size . . .

    one large and one Baby Parsnip on black backgroundWhat puts this soup over the top?

    The parsnips are caramelized!

    How to Make Creamy Parsnip Soup

    1. Roast seasoned, roughly chopped, large parsnips in a very hot oven until they're beautifully caramelized.
    2. Sauté the onions and garlic until they're nicely caramelized also.
    3. Add nutmeg, potatoes, and the roasted parsnips to the onion mixture.
    4. Add the stock and cook until the potatoes are tender.
    5. Purée in a powerful blender until the mixture is as smooth as possible.
    6. Season generously to taste with salt, pepper and maybe a pinch or two of sugar.
    7. Slice and roast baby parsnips to make small French fries for the garnish.
    8. Serve with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, a super light dusting of ground nutmeg and a few of the baby parsnip fries.

    More detailed instructions are below.

    Top view of Creamy Parsnip Soup recipe in white bowl on wood surface

    Recipe Tip

    • The recipe calls for a light vegetable stock, that's mild in flavor. If you're using one that has a strong flavor, you can adjust it with water.

    I hope you love this Creamy Parsnip Soup recipe as much as I do.

    More creamy vegan soups:

    • Vegan Coconut Spiced Carrot Soup
    • Coconut Lemon Kohlrabi Soup
    • Roasted Cauliflower Basil Soup Recipe
    • Vegan Asparagus Soup
    purple bowl with creamy parsnip soup

    Creamy Parsnip Soup Recipe

    Valentina K. Wein
    This Creamy Parsnip Soup recipe is a bowl of delicious, vegan comfort. Whether or not you love parsnips, you will love this, rich, luscious soup!
    5 from 5 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 50 mins
    Total Time 1 hr
    Course Soup
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8 to 10
    Calories 194 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • olive oil for the pans
    • 2½ pounds parsnips, peeled and roughly chopped
    • 4 to 5 baby parsnips, peeled and cut into fourths or sixths, lengthwise
    • 1 cup yellow onion, roughly chopped
    • 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
    • ½ teaspoon (plus a bit more for garnish) ground nutmeg
    • ½ pound Dutch Yellow potatoes, washed and dried, roughly chopped
    • 8 cups light vegetable stock (the flavor should be mild)
    • salt and freshly ground black pepper

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the oven to 500°F and adjust a rack to the center.
    • Generously coat a baking sheet with olive oil. Add the roughly chopped parsnips and mix them into the oil - dredging them through and coating both sides.
    • Then do the same thing with the baby parsnip slices, keeping them all in one area, as you'll be removing them from the oven before the rest. Generously sprinkle all of the parsnips with salt and pepper.
    • Once the oven has preheated to 500°F, roast the parsnips for approximately 30 minutes, flipping them halfway through. The baby parsnip slices should be checked when you flip the rest -- they'll likely be ready to come out of the oven at this point. (Place them on a plate and set aside.) The rest of the parsnips should all be golden brown. Set them aside, keeping them on the baking sheet.
    • Coat the bottom of a large soup pot with olive oil, place it over medium-high heat, and add the onions and garlic. Cook until the onions are nicely caramelized, about 15 minutes.
    • Add the nutmeg and and stir. Once the aroma has been released, add the potatoes and cook for just a couple of minutes.
    • Now add the roasted parsnips to the pot (not the baby parsnips -- those are for garnish).
    • Pour in the stock and bring to a boil. Turn the heat to low, cover and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
    • In two batches, pour the mixture into a very powerful blender and purée until it's as smooth as possible. It should be thick and creamy.
    • Pour the puréed soup back into the pot and season generously to taste with salt, pepper and maybe a pinch or two of granulated sugar. (Here's How to Season to Taste.)
    • Serve with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, a super light dusting of ground nutmeg and a few of the baby parsnip fries.
    Keywords creamy vegan soups, comforting soup recipes
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    Comments

    1. Cathy | She Paused 4 Thought

      March 04, 2015 at 9:49 am

      I have cooked parsnips in so many ways except soup. Looking forward to tasting this recipe as it looks wonderful.

      Reply
      • valentina

        March 04, 2015 at 9:36 pm

        Thanks, Cathy. I'd love to know how you've cooked them. They're new to my list of favorites. 🙂

        Reply
    2. Nancy Rose Eisman

      March 04, 2015 at 10:34 am

      Oh my, this looks so creamy and delicious. You've really captured the sweet, earthy essence of parsnips in this recipe. Yum!

      Reply
      • valentina

        March 04, 2015 at 9:37 pm

        Thanks so much, Nancy -- and perfect for your plant-based diet. No cream, but still so creamy. 🙂

        Reply
    3. Sippitysup

      March 04, 2015 at 10:35 am

      If a person likes carrots they'll like parsnips. To me they're carroty in more than just shape. GREG

      Reply
      • valentina

        March 04, 2015 at 9:38 pm

        I agree, Greg. Same earthy (root-y) quality. 😀

        Reply
    4. Lizthechef

      March 04, 2015 at 12:14 pm

      I love parsnips - and your recipe. Printing right now! I make soup almost every week for our low sodium diet and this one looks terrific. I doubt I can find baby parsnips but will make it work.

      Reply
      • valentina

        March 04, 2015 at 9:40 pm

        I so hope you enjoy it as much as I did, Liz. It's so rich and creamy -- you won't believe there's no cream! 🙂 Thanks for checking it out!

        Reply
    5. Deb|EastofEdenCooking

      March 04, 2015 at 3:01 pm

      My mom adored parsnips and added them to her soups and stews, but they never were the star of the meal. The creamy Parsnip Soup sounds exceptional and a great way to enjoy this often forgotten vegetable!

      Reply
      • valentina

        March 04, 2015 at 9:41 pm

        It is often forgotten, isn't it? Star or not, it sounds really yummy to add it to stews. xo

        Reply
    6. Because Yum

      March 05, 2015 at 12:49 pm

      Love parsnips! And soup. Will have to put this one in the works.

      Reply
      • valentina

        March 05, 2015 at 8:53 pm

        Hope you enjoy it as much as I did! 🙂

        Reply
        • Germaine

          February 22, 2019 at 3:43 pm

          Girl! Your recipes are amazing!! I’m trying as many as I can!! You have gained a new fan!

          Reply
          • valentina

            February 22, 2019 at 5:33 pm

            Yay! Thank you so much, Germaine. You've made my day. Enjoy!

            Reply
    7. David

      March 08, 2015 at 2:30 pm

      I am a huge fan of parsnips. I can never understand why people dislike them! Don't worry, I will be trying soup! xox, David

      Reply
      • valentina

        March 08, 2015 at 10:58 pm

        David, I hope you enjoy it. XO

        Reply
    8. Coco

      September 28, 2018 at 4:09 pm

      Oh what gorgeousness is this, V?!
      I have to make it this w/end!

      Reply
      • valentina

        September 28, 2018 at 4:36 pm

        Aww, thank you Colette! I hope you love it! xo

        Reply
    9. Kelly | Foodtasia

      January 23, 2020 at 11:18 am

      Valentina, this lovely soup looks so creamy and delicious! I definitely need to eat more parsnips!

      Reply
      • valentina

        January 24, 2020 at 11:22 pm

        Thanks, Kelly! Hope you love it. 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
    10. Marissa

      January 23, 2020 at 1:06 pm

      This looks creamy delicious, Valentina! Thank you for the explanation about baby and regular parsnips, I had no idea!

      Reply
      • valentina

        January 24, 2020 at 11:22 pm

        Thanks, Marissa. I'd never seen a baby parsnip until Melissa's Produce introduced me to them. Now I'm always on the lookout. 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
    11. Liz Berg

      January 23, 2020 at 3:05 pm

      I've eaten roasted parsnips and added them to my chicken soup, but I've never tasted a parsnip soup! It looks like a delicious way to warm up on a chilly day 🙂

      Reply
      • valentina

        January 24, 2020 at 11:21 pm

        Yes! It'll warm you right up. Thanks, Liz and enjoy. 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
    12. Eha

      January 23, 2020 at 3:56 pm

      As a professional I run a mile away from all the unnecessary diets but absolutely love parsnips and am certain to make your soup ! Maybe even go the extra mile and make the parsnip chips as an extra 🙂 ! Want to look up your kohlrabi soup also - the beautiful vegetable is not always available here, but . . .

      Reply
      • valentina

        January 24, 2020 at 11:16 pm

        Yay! I love that you love parsnips. I think they're quite underrated over here. Enjoy and I hope you have a lovely weekend. 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
    13. Mimi

      January 23, 2020 at 4:56 pm

      I’ve never made an all parsnip soup. and it looks fabulous!

      Reply
      • valentina

        January 24, 2020 at 11:15 pm

        Why thank you, Mimi. Hope you try and love it. 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
    14. Ron

      January 24, 2020 at 2:33 am

      Valintine, your pastinakssoppa (parsnip soup) would sit nicely on a Scandanavian table. Parsnips are a much-appreciated root veggie over this way and we eat them many ways. Our parsnip soup most often has heavy cream in it and as I'm trying to reduce dairy this one sounds fantastic. We're at the veggie market on the square tomorrow, so I'll pick up some palsternacka. Heck, I might even toss in some parsley root as well.

      Reply
      • valentina

        January 24, 2020 at 11:15 pm

        I hope it turns out great, Ron. I didn't know parsnips were popular over there. Happy the soup will fit right on the Scandanavian table. Love it. Thanks so much for reading the recipe. 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply

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