Puree of Turnip Soup
A comforting holistic soup made from the delicious yet often forgotten turnip.
INGREDIENTS:
2 Tbsp coconut oil
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
2 large cloves garlic, minced
3-4 turnips (about 1 pound), chopped into 1” pieces
1 medium sweet potato (about ½ pound), peeled and chopped into 1” pieces
2½ cup vegetable broth
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon black pepper
DIRECTIONS:
Heat a large saucepan over medium heat. Melt the coconut oil, and add the onions and garlic. Sauté for 3-5 minutes or until onions begin to turn translucent.
Add the turnips and the sweet potato and sauté for 2 minutes longer. Pour in the vegetable broth and almond milk. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until turnips and potatoes are tender.
Transfer soup contents to a blender, and puree until completely smooth (blend in a couple small batches, if necessary). Pour soup back into pot and reduce at a low simmer for 5 minutes longer. Add salt to taste and black pepper.
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[...] A half hour passed. The smell of savory swelled. And finally, there it was: Turnip Soup. [...]
Julie, this actually looks really good. Very simple and elegant. I’m already thinking of what spices could go with this.
Oh for sure – this would go incredible with fresh herbs and spices. Would love to hear how your variation turns out!
I just made this soup and it is delicious. The sweet potatoes really pair well with the turnips. I added some good olive oil at the end to finish the soup and some maple syrup to add a touch of sweetness and flavor. Lots of black pepper and bam! delicious soup. Creamy and satisfying with no cream! thanks!
how much does this serve?
Serves about 4.
Mine was very bitter and bland?
It’s likely that your turnips were old. While fresh turnips are potato-like and almost buttery, when they’ve sat too long (at your house or just at the market!) they commonly become very bitter and lose their flavor. A great way to buy turnips is with the greens still on, because the greens don’t lie about age! You can also try choosing smaller-sized turnips. Best of luck in your turnip adventures…
Is there a sub for the sweet potato?
Thanks,
Lisa