Description
Roasted vegetable soup brings Mediterranean warmth to winter kitchens, blending seasonal produce with rich herbal notes. Hearty ingredients meld into a comforting bowl that welcomes you with rustic charm and nourishing goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables:
- 1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
- 4 carrots, diced
- 2 parsnips, diced
- 2 red peppers, chopped
- 2 white onions, quartered
- 4 garlic cloves, unpeeled
Liquids and Oils:
- 6 cups (1.5 liters) vegetable stock
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
Spices:
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Arrange chopped vegetables in a single layer on a large baking tray, ensuring they are not overcrowded for optimal roasting.
- Drizzle generously with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, pepper, and selected herbs to enhance natural vegetable flavors.
- Massage oil and seasonings into vegetables, creating an even coating that promotes caramelization.
- Roast at 200C (390F) for 25-30 minutes, rotating tray midway to ensure uniform browning and prevent burning.
- Remove roasted vegetables from oven when edges are golden and vegetables are tender with slight charring.
- Extract softened garlic cloves from their skins by gently squeezing, releasing their rich, mellow flavor.
- Transfer all roasted vegetables and garlic into a large cooking pot.
- Deglaze baking tray with boiling water, scraping up flavorful caramelized bits and adding them to the pot.
- Pour stock into the pot, covering vegetables completely and creating a rich base for the soup.
- Simmer covered for 15 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and intensify.
- Use an immersion blender or standard blender to puree the mixture until smooth and creamy.
- Adjust liquid consistency by adding extra stock if needed for desired thickness.
- Taste and fine-tune seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or herbs.
- Serve immediately while hot, garnishing with a drizzle of olive oil or fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- Roasting brings out deeper, richer flavors in vegetables by caramelizing their natural sugars, creating a more complex and satisfying soup base.
- Choose seasonal vegetables for maximum freshness and optimal taste, which can dramatically improve the overall flavor profile of the soup.
- For a creamier texture, add a splash of coconut milk or blend in some cooked cashews to create a luxurious dairy-free alternative.
- Customize the soup’s spice level by experimenting with different herbs and spices like smoked paprika, cumin, or fresh thyme to suit personal preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 1425 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg