Soup Maker Vegetable Soup Recipe
Introduction
This easy vegetable soup made in a soup maker is perfect for a quick, healthy meal. Loaded with onions, celery, carrots, and potatoes, it’s smooth, comforting, and ready in minutes.
Ingredients
- 200g vegetables, such as onions, celery, and carrots, chopped
- 300g potato, peeled and chopped
- 700ml vegetable stock
- Crème fraîche, to serve
- Fresh herbs, to serve
Instructions
- Step 1: Place the chopped vegetables, potatoes, and vegetable stock into your soup maker. Be sure not to exceed the maximum fill line.
- Step 2: Select the ‘smooth soup’ function on your soup maker and start the cycle.
- Step 3: Once the cycle is complete, season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
- Step 4: Pour the soup into bowls and garnish with a dollop of crème fraîche and fresh herbs before serving.
Tips & Variations
- Try adding different vegetables like leeks or pumpkin for varied flavors and colors.
- If you prefer a chunkier soup, use the ‘chunky’ setting if your soup maker has one, or pulse it briefly after blending.
- For added creaminess, blend in a small potato or a splash of cream instead of vegetable stock.
Storage
Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, stirring occasionally. For longer storage, freeze the soup for up to 2 months and thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use frozen vegetables for this soup?
Yes, frozen vegetables can be used. Just ensure they are thawed or adjust the cooking time slightly to allow them to soften properly.
Can I make this soup without a soup maker?
Absolutely. Cook the vegetables and potatoes in vegetable stock on the stovetop until tender, then blend with a hand blender until smooth.
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Soup Maker Vegetable Soup Recipe
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A simple and comforting vegetable soup made effortlessly using a soup maker. This smooth soup combines a medley of fresh vegetables and creamy potatoes, blended seamlessly with vegetable stock. Finished with a touch of crème fraîche and fresh herbs for added richness and flavor.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 200g mixed vegetables (such as onions, celery, and carrots), chopped
- 300g potato, peeled and chopped
Liquids
- 700ml vegetable stock
To Serve
- Crème fraîche, to serve
- Fresh herbs, to serve
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Chop the onions, celery, carrots, and potatoes into small, even pieces to ensure they cook evenly in the soup maker.
- Load Soup Maker: Place the chopped vegetables, potatoes, and vegetable stock into the soup maker. Be careful not to exceed the maximum fill line indicated on the appliance.
- Select Soup Setting: Press the ‘smooth soup’ function on your soup maker. This setting will cook and blend the ingredients into a smooth, velvety texture automatically.
- Finish and Serve: Once the soup maker cycle is complete, carefully open the lid, season the soup with salt and pepper to taste, then ladle it into bowls. Top each serving with a dollop of crème fraîche and sprinkle with fresh herbs for added flavor and garnish.
Notes
- Use any seasonal vegetables for variation.
- Adjust seasoning after blending to taste.
- If you prefer a chunkier texture, use the ‘chunky’ soup setting if available on your soup maker.
- Ensure not to overfill the soup maker to avoid spills or malfunctions.
- Crème fraîche can be substituted with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: vegetable soup, soup maker recipe, smooth vegetable soup, easy soup, vegetarian soup
