Root Vegetable and Bone Broth Soup
Hearty soup simmered with carrots, parsnips, and nutrient-rich bone broth. This french-inspired whole30 ready in about 40 minutes pairs medium carrots, medium parsnips, bone broth for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, 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
- 2 medium carrots
- 2 medium parsnips
- 4 cups bone broth
- 1 small, diced onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Peel and dice carrots and parsnips into 1/2-inch cubes. Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in a large pot over medium heat, add diced onion, and cook for 4 minutes until softened.
- Step 2: Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in diced carrots and parsnips, then pour in 4 cups bone broth, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 3: Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until vegetables are tender when pierced with a fork.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Root Vegetable and Bone Broth Soup take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Root Vegetable and Bone Broth 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 medium carrots from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Root Vegetable and Bone Broth 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 Root Vegetable and Bone Broth Soup for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Root Vegetable and Bone Broth Soup?
French whole30 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
- ★★★★★
Best recipe I've made this month.
- ★★★★★
This has become our go-to whole30 dish. We make it weekly.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
