Slow-Simmered Root Vegetable Soup
A deeply flavorful, low-carb soup featuring roasted beets and parsnips simmered with fresh dill for a naturally sweet and earthy finish. This american-inspired whole30 ready in about 65 minutes pairs beets, parsnips, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 190 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. 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, peeled and diced 1/2 inch beets
- 2 medium, peeled and diced 1/2 inch parsnips
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 medium, peeled and diced 1/2 inch carrots
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss diced beets, parsnips, and carrots with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized at edges.
- Step 2: Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 5 minutes until softened, stirring occasionally.
- Step 3: Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
- Step 4: Stir in roasted vegetables, chicken stock, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered for 15 minutes to develop flavors.
- Step 5: Remove pot from heat. Stir in fresh dill and let sit for 5 minutes to infuse. Adjust salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Simmered Root Vegetable Soup take to make?
Total time is about 65 minutes (20 min prep + 45 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 Slow-Simmered Root 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 beets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Simmered Root 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 Slow-Simmered Root Vegetable 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 Slow-Simmered Root Vegetable Soup?
American whole30 like this pair well with a compliant starch (roasted sweet potato, cauliflower rice, or plantains), a crisp salad dressed with olive oil and lemon, and sliced fruit. Skip grains, legumes, dairy and added sugar — none of them are Whole30-compliant. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
This soup was amazing! My whole family loved it, and it's perfect for Whole30.
- ★★★★★
A must-try for root veg lovers. Packed with flavor and so healthy.
- ★★★★★
Loved it! So comforting and easy to make. Will be a regular in my rotation.
