Creamy Roasted Beet and Garlic Soup (Printable Version)
Velvety roasted beet soup with mellow garlic and cream for a comforting, earthy bowl.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 4 medium beets (about 1 lb), trimmed and scrubbed
02 - 1 large yellow onion, peeled and quartered
03 - 1 large head garlic
04 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
05 - 1 medium potato, peeled and diced
06 - 1 medium celery stalk, chopped
→ Liquids
07 - 4 cups vegetable broth
08 - 1 cup water
09 - 1/2 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for vegan option)
→ Oils & Fats
10 - 2 tbsp olive oil
→ Seasonings
11 - 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
12 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
13 - 1/2 tsp dried thyme
14 - 1/4 tsp ground cumin (optional)
15 - Fresh dill or chives, for garnish
# How To Make:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F.
02 - Wrap beets individually in foil. Slice the top off the head of garlic, drizzle with a little olive oil, wrap in foil.
03 - Place beets, garlic, and quartered onion on a baking sheet. Drizzle onions with 1 tbsp olive oil. Roast for 40–45 minutes, until beets are fork-tender and garlic is soft. Allow to cool slightly.
04 - Meanwhile, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add carrots, potato, and celery; sauté for 6–8 minutes until softened.
05 - Unwrap roasted beets and garlic. Peel beets and roughly chop. Squeeze roasted garlic cloves from skins.
06 - Add roasted beets, garlic, onions, sautéed vegetables, vegetable broth, and water to the pot. Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and cumin. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 10–15 minutes.
07 - Use an immersion blender (or transfer in batches to a blender) to blend soup until smooth and creamy.
08 - Stir in heavy cream. Taste and adjust seasoning. Warm through gently, then ladle into bowls. Garnish with fresh dill or chives.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Roasting transforms beets from gritty to candied sweetness
- The roasted garlic becomes like butter, melting into every bite
- This soup keeps getting better, making tomorrow's lunch even better than tonight's dinner
02 -
- Wear an apron or clothes you do not care about because beet stains are relentless
- Blending hot soup can be dangerous, so let it cool slightly or leave the blender cap slightly open
03 -
- Roast extra beets and garlic to add to salads or grain bowls throughout the week
- If the soup tastes too earthy, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice instantly brightens it