Creamy Broth-and-Milk Vegetable Soup
A comforting soup where equal portions of vegetable broth and milk create a rich, velvety base for tender carrots and peas. This mediterranean-inspired soups ready in about 30 minutes pairs diced carrots, frozen peas, vegetable broth for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 tbsp fresh dill
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat a medium pot over medium heat. Add 1/4 cup finely chopped onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened, stirring occasionally.
- Step 2: Stir in 1 cup diced carrots and cook for 5 minutes, stirring to prevent sticking.
- Step 3: Add 1/2 cup vegetable broth, 1/2 cup whole milk, 1 cup frozen peas, and 1/4 tsp salt. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook for 10 minutes until carrots are tender.
- Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 1 tbsp fresh dill. Serve warm.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Creamy Broth-and-Milk Vegetable Soup take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Creamy Broth-and-Milk Vegetable Soup?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep diced carrots from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Creamy Broth-and-Milk Vegetable Soup?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Creamy Broth-and-Milk Vegetable Soup for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Creamy Broth-and-Milk Vegetable Soup?
Mediterranean soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
So creamy and comforting, exactly what I needed on a cold day.
- ★★★★★
This was my first time making a Mediterranean soup and it turned out perfect! My whole family loved it.
- ★★★★☆
Cooked for 45 minutes as instructed, but it took longer than expected to get the right consistency.
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