Description
Creamy Beet Soup is a vibrant, smooth, and nourishing soup with natural sweetness from roasted beets, enhanced by aromatic herbs and a hint of cream. Perfect for a cozy and healthy meal.
Ingredients
1 lb (450 g) beets, peeled and chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon fresh thyme or parsley, chopped (optional)
Fresh herbs or crème fraîche for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss chopped beets with olive oil and roast for 25–30 minutes until tender.
3. In a large pot, sauté onions and garlic until fragrant.
4. Add roasted beets and broth; bring to a boil.
5. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes to blend flavors.
6. Remove from heat and blend the soup using an immersion blender or in batches until smooth.
7. Stir in cream or coconut milk; season with salt and black pepper.
8. Reheat gently if needed and serve garnished with fresh herbs or a swirl of crème fraîche.
Notes
Roast beets in advance for quicker prep.
Add a splash of orange juice for a bright citrus note.
Use coconut milk instead of cream for a vegan version.
Top with toasted seeds or nuts for added texture.
Add a pinch of smoked paprika or cumin for depth of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roast & Simmer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg