Creamy Turnip Soup
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5
Creamy Turnip Soup
Description
Creamy Turnip Soup uses diced turnips, potato, and apple cooked in a broth base with sautéed onions and a hint of curry powder. The vegetables soften during a brief simmer before the mixture is blended to a creamy consistency. Adding light cream enriches the soup without overwhelming its fresh vegetable flavors. The curry powder introduces an earthy warmth to the naturally sweet components, while the apple lends subtle tartness balancing the dish.
The soup's smooth texture makes it easy to serve and enjoy, whether as a light lunch or starter. Garnishes like fresh herbs or croutons can add contrasting texture and a fresh finish. This soup blends familiar root vegetables with a touch of fruitiness and spice, creating a comforting bowl with understated complexity.
If using a regular blender instead of a hand blender, take care to vent the lid slightly when blending hot soup to prevent steam build-up. The recipe suggests a small drizzle of heavy cream for presentation if desired, which can be swirled gently for a decorative effect.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion diced
- 1 ½ pounds turnips peeled
- 1 medium potato peeled
- 1 apple peeled, Granny Smith
- 2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon curry powder
- ⅓ cup light cream
Instructions
- Combine olive oil and onion in a medium saucepan and cook over medium heat until onion is tender.
- Meanwhile, dice turnips, potato, and apple into 1" cubes.
- Add all ingredients except cream to the saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to simmer and cook covered 12-14 minutes or until all vegetables are very tender.
- Using a hand blender or a regular blender*, blend until smooth (see notes for regular blender).
- Stir in cream and heat through for 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with herbs and croutons if desired.
Notes
- When blending hot soup in a regular blender, loosen the lid slightly to allow steam to escape and prevent pressure build-up.
- For a decorative touch, drizzle heavy cream over each serving and swirl gently to create patterns before garnishing.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 149 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 149 | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 11mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 985mg | 41% |
| Potassium | 517mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 126IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 48mg | 53% |
| Calcium | 74mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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