Description
Creamy Green Bean & Potato Soup is a comforting, hearty soup combining tender green beans, velvety Yukon Gold potatoes, and a rich broth with subtle aromatics. Perfect for warming chilly days, this easy-to-make, kid-friendly soup offers a smooth, creamy texture with fresh, vibrant flavors and is adaptable to vegan and various dietary preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- Fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces (about 4 cups)
- Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced (about 3 cups)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids & Fats
- 4 cups vegetable broth (homemade or low-sodium preferred)
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk (or coconut/cashew cream for vegan)
- 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
Seasonings & Herbs
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Fresh herbs such as thyme or parsley (about 1 tablespoon chopped)
Instructions
- Prep the Vegetables: Wash and trim the green beans, then cut them into bite-sized pieces. Peel and dice the Yukon Gold potatoes into evenly sized chunks to ensure uniform cooking.
- Sauté the Aromatics: In a large pot, heat butter or olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and garlic, cooking until soft and fragrant without browning, about 5 minutes.
- Add Potatoes and Broth: Stir in the diced potatoes and pour in the vegetable broth, making sure the veggies are fully submerged. Bring to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender, around 15-20 minutes.
- Cook the Green Beans: Add the green beans to the pot during the last 5-7 minutes of cooking, allowing them to soften but remain vibrant and slightly crisp.
- Blend and Add Cream: Use an immersion blender to partially puree the soup for a perfect balance of creamy and chunky textures. Then stir in the cream or milk and season with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs.
- Final Simmer: Let the soup simmer for a few more minutes to allow all the flavors to meld together beautifully before serving.
Notes
- Chop potatoes and beans evenly to ensure consistent cooking times.
- Use homemade or low-sodium vegetable broth to enhance flavor without excess saltiness.
- Blend partially to maintain texture and mouthfeel—don’t overblend.
- Season gradually and taste throughout cooking to balance flavors.
- Garnish with fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon to brighten before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: green bean soup, potato soup, creamy soup, vegetarian soup, vegan soup option, gluten-free soup, comfort food, easy soup recipe
