Description
Hearty Pureed Veggie Soup is a comforting and nutritious blend of creamy potatoes, tender cauliflower, sweet carrots, and golden corn, all pureed into a smooth, thick soup. Perfect for warming up on a chilly day, this easy-to-make soup is flavorful, satisfying, and can be enjoyed hot or cold. It’s ideal for the whole family and pairs wonderfully with crusty bread or crunchy croutons.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 medium potatoes (sweet or russet or one of each)
- ½ head of cauliflower
- 5 large carrots (or 2 cups baby carrots)
- ¾ bag of frozen corn
Seasonings
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Dice the potatoes into small pieces to ensure even cooking. Break the cauliflower into florets. If using large carrots, peel and chop them; if using baby carrots, they can be used whole or halved.
- Boil the vegetables: Place the diced potatoes, cauliflower florets, and carrots into a pot with enough water to cover them. Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are soft and easily pierced with a fork.
- Add the corn: Approximately 10 minutes into the boiling process, add the frozen corn to the pot so it can cook together with the other vegetables.
- Drain and reserve cooking water: Once the vegetables are tender, drain the excess cooking water into a separate bowl. This starchy water will be used to adjust the soup’s consistency during blending.
- Blend the soup: Use an immersion blender directly in the pot to puree the vegetables to your desired smoothness. Alternatively, transfer the vegetables to a food processor or blender and puree. Add back about 1 cup of the reserved cooking water, or as needed, to achieve a thick but pourable soup consistency.
- Season and serve: Stir in garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste. Remove the soup from heat and serve warm. For an added kick, top with sriracha, red pepper flakes, or nutritional yeast. Enjoy!
- Storage: This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-5 days and is delicious when eaten cold or reheated.
Notes
- This soup combines a creamy texture with the natural sweetness of corn and carrots, making it enjoyable for all ages.
- For extra flavor and texture, top with golden herby croutons or serve with your favorite crusty bread.
- The soup is versatile and can accommodate any combination of potato types you prefer.
- Adjust the thickness by varying the amount of reserved cooking water added during blending.
- Optional toppings like sriracha or nutritional yeast add spice and nutritional boost.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 138 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.24 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
