Creamy and Healthy Potato Soup
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Creamy and Healthy Potato Soup, a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite. Made with wholesome ingredients like Russet potatoes, unsweetened almond milk, and fresh herbs, this velvety soup is rich in flavor yet delightfully light. The rich creaminess comes from pureed potatoes and almond milk, eliminating the need for heavy cream, while fresh thyme and a splash of lemon juice brighten every spoonful. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a single pot for cooking, this easy potato soup is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prep. Serve it with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and pair it with crusty bread for a satisfying and nourishing meal your whole family will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium (peeled and diced) Russet potatoes
- 1 medium (diced) Yellow onion
- 3 (minced) Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cups Vegetable broth
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) Fresh parsley
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and dice them into small, even-sized pieces. Dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes, or until softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Add the diced potatoes, vegetable broth, and fresh thyme to the pot. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 20 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Turn off the heat and use an immersion blender to puree the soup directly in the pot until smooth. If you don't have an immersion blender, carefully transfer the soup to a blender in batches and blend until smooth, then return it to the pot.
Stir in the unsweetened almond milk and mix well. Reheat the soup over low heat if needed, but do not let it boil.
Add salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to taste. Adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Enjoy your creamy and healthy potato soup while it's warm!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1377 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.9 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4875 mg | 212% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 226.6 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.0 g | 96% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.1 g | ||
| Protein | 39.9 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 742 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 14.5 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 6013 mg | 128% | |
*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.
