White Bean and Parsnip Soup

White Bean and Parsnip Soup

wintry parsnip soup

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 10m
Cook Time: 45m
Total Time: 55m
Temp.: 400 ºF
Servings: 6
Difficulty: Easy
5.0 (17 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

375
Calories
10g
Fat
55g
Carbohydrate
19g
Protein
0mg
Cholesterol
289mg
Sodium
White Bean and Parsnip Soup

Recipe Description

White Bean and Parsnip Soup is the perfect soup recipe to warm up this season. Low on effort and made with simple ingredients, it delivers big flavor, and it’s one of my favorite recipes to make during the winter and holiday season. Serve this creamy parsnip and white bean soup as a starter or a meal, topped with pepitas, a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil, and cracked black pepper. So good!

To make this soup, start by roasting the chopped parsnips, onions, and whole garlic cloves with olive oil, fresh rosemary, salt and black pepper until you get them fork-tender and nicely caramelized. Once roasted, remove the baking pan from the oven and allow the veggies to cool for a few minutes. Squeeze out the roasted garlic cloves and purée with parsnips, onions, white beans, vegetable broth, and lemon juice. Reheat the soup and serve.

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Steps to make

  1. 1

    Preheat oven

    Preheat the oven to 400 ºF.

  2. 2

    Prepare vegetables

    1 min
    Step 2 - White Bean and Parsnip Soup

    On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss together 6 unpeeled garlic cloves, 1 pound chopped parsnips, 1 sliced onion, 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon rosemary, ½ teaspoon salt, and black pepper to taste.

  3. 3

    Roast

    45 min
    Step 3 - White Bean and Parsnip Soup

    Roast for 40 to 45 minutes until the vegetables are fork-tender and just turning golden. Watch closely, as not to burn. Once ready, remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.

  4. 4

    Place vegetables in food processor

    2 min
    Step 4 - White Bean and Parsnip Soup

    Into a food processor, squeeze out the roasted garlic cloves and add the roasted vegetables, 2 cups cooked beans, 6 cups vegetable broth, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice.

  5. 5

    Puree

    2 min
    Step 5 - White Bean and Parsnip Soup

    Pulse until smooth.

  6. 6

    Reheat

    5 min
    Step 6 - White Bean and Parsnip Soup

    Transfer the puréed soup to a large pot. Thin with additional broth or a splash of water if needed. Heat the soup over medium heat, stirring constantly, until hot. Taste and adjust for seasoning.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Step 7 - White Bean and Parsnip Soup

    Ladle into bowls and garnish with a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil, pepitas, and black pepper. Serve and enjoy!

This wintry White Bean and Parsnip Soup will warm you right up. Vegetarian and vegan-friendly, this flavorful soup is warming and cozy without feeling heavy. Did you make it? Let us know if you try this recipe by tagging us on Instagram @cookmerecipes.

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5.0 out of 5 (17 reviews)
Ethan Smith
March 17, 2025
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Superb soup, kids loved it!

Tina
February 22, 2025
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This White Bean and Parsnip Soup has become my go-to for chilly nights. It’s so easy to make! Last week, I made it for a family dinner, and everyone loved it. The flavors are just amazing, so comforting and warm.

Victoria
February 4, 2025
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So easy, delicious soup. My kids loved it. We made it last Sunday when it was cold outside. The roasted garlic makes it special. Perfect for family time.

Zach
January 29, 2025
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This White Bean and Parsnip Soup is just superb! I whipped it up last Sunday while watching football with my wife. It was so easy and filled with flavor. The roasted garlic really makes a difference. We topped it with pepitas, and it was such a hit! Perfect for winter nights.

Carl
October 26, 2024
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So simple, loved it!

Renee
September 9, 2024
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I made this soup for a family holiday dinner. It was simple but so full of flavor. Everyone loved it, and I felt so proud serving it. Will make again.

Joy
May 24, 2024
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Wow! This soup is simply the best! I made it last weekend for my family and everyone loved it. Perfect for cozy nights in. Highly recommend!

Victor Johnson
May 20, 2024
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So easy, love!

Lindsey
May 4, 2024
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Warm and comforting!

Laura
March 9, 2024
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This soup is a winter lifesaver! So easy.

Dawn
February 2, 2024
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OMG, this soup is awesome! I made it for the fam and they were totally digging it. Super easy to whip up too!

Yvette
November 26, 2023
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I made this White Bean and Parsnip Soup on a chilly Sunday, and it was just bliss. The flavors were incredible, and it’s so easy to whip up. I love how comforting it is, perfect for cozy nights in with a movie.

Ivan71
September 2, 2023
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I recently tried this White Bean and Parsnip Soup and it was simply great! The simplicity of the recipe made it easy for me to whip up after a long day. Perfect warmth for cold nights.

Lucas
June 23, 2023
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This White Bean and Parsnip Soup was a hit at our family dinner. It’s super simple to make and tastes amazing. Made it last Sunday while the kids were fighting over cookies, and it saved the day.

Gabriela Martínez
May 16, 2023
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Hice esta sopa de frijoles blancos y chirivía para una cena familiar y fue un exito! A todos les encantó el sabor cremoso. La receta es muy facil y me recordó a las sopas que hacían mi abuela. Definitivamente se convertirá en un plato habitual en casa.

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