Best 9 Winter Harvest Vegetable Soup Recipes

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As the winter season graces us with its abundance of hearty vegetables, it's time to embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the flavors of the harvest. In this article, we'll guide you through the art of crafting a delectable winter harvest vegetable soup, a dish that captures the essence of the season's bounty. From selecting the freshest ingredients to mastering the techniques that bring out their natural goodness, we'll share our secrets for creating a soup that warms the soul and nourishes the body. So, gather your cooking utensils, prepare your taste buds, and let's dive into the world of winter vegetable soups.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HEARTY WINTER-VEGETABLE SOUP



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On a chilly day, this rustic soup -- made with potatoes, leeks, butternut squash, and escarole -- will warm you right up. Serve it with our Popovers.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 leeks, white and pale-green parts only, halved lengthwise, cut into 1-inch pieces, and washed well
3 celery stalks, cut on the bias into 1/2-inch-thick pieces
3 medium carrots, cut into cubes
2 garlic cloves, crushed
2 pinches of red-pepper flakes
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
5 1/4 cups homemade or store-bought low-sodium chicken stock
1 1/2 cups water
1 small (1 to 1 1/2 pounds) butternut squash, peeled and cut into cubes
2 Yukon Gold potatoes (about 12 ounces), cut into cubes
1 head escarole, cut into 1-inch-thick ribbons
1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh mint
2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh dill

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large Dutch oven or stockpot over medium-high heat. Cook leeks, celery, carrots, garlic, red-pepper flakes, and 1 teaspoon salt, stirring occasionally, until leeks are translucent, about 5 minutes. Add stock and water, and bring to a boil.
  • Add squash and potatoes. Return to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer, partially covered, until vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes. Stir in escarole and chickpeas, and return to a boil. Stir in lemon juice and herbs. Season with salt and pepper.

WINTER HARVEST VEGETABLE SOUP



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Rich, earthy root vegetables blend with savory spices and the tartness of apples in this wonderful soup from Barbara Marakowski of Loysville, Pennsylvania. "A friend gave me this low-fat recipe after my husband's cardiac surgery and now, it's our favorite. It gets even better with reheating!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 medium carrots, halved and thinly sliced
3/4 cup chopped celery
1 medium onion, chopped
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
7 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
3 cups cubed peeled potatoes
2 cups cubed peeled butternut squash
2 large tart apples, peeled and chopped
2 medium turnips, peeled and chopped
2 parsnips, peeled and sliced
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Additional thinly sliced green onions, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook and stir the carrots, celery and onions in butter and oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. , Add the broth, potatoes, squash, apples, turnips, parsnips and bay leaf. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes. , Stir in the basil, thyme and pepper; simmer 15 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Discard bay leaf before serving. Garnish with additional green onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 404mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

WINTER HARVEST VEGETABLE SOUP



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Make and share this Winter Harvest Vegetable Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h50m

Yield 8-10 pints

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 medium carrots, halved and sliced
3/4 cup chopped celery
2 medium onions, chopped
1 leek, sliced thin (white part only)
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
10 cups chicken stock or 10 cups vegetable stock
3 cups cubed peeled boiling potatoes
2 cups cubed peeled butternut squash
2 large tart apples, peeled and chopped
2 medium turnips, peeled and chopped
2 parsnips, peeled and chopped
2 bay leaves
3/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon pepper
salt

Steps:

  • In a saucepan melt the butter and add olive oil.
  • Saute onions, celery and garlic until translucent but not browned. Remove from heat and place in a large stock pot.
  • Add stock, potatoes, squash, turnips, carrots, parsnips and bay leaves then bring to a gentle boil over medium high heat.
  • Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and add apples, basil, thyme, pepper and salt to taste, mixing well.
  • Ladle into prepared jars leaving a 1" headspace.
  • Process pint jars for 75 minutes and quarts for 90 minutes at 10 lb pressure.
  • Adjust pressure according to your altitude and / or style of canner.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.9, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 12.8, Sodium 498.3, Carbohydrate 48.1, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 17.1, Protein 10.6

CREAMY WINTER VEGETABLE SOUP



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

2 large fresh bay leaves
1/4 cup EVOO
3 to 4 cloves garlic, chopped or grated
2 carrots, thinly sliced
2 ribs celery with leafy tops, cut into 1/4-inch dice
2 leeks, halved and sliced into 1/4-inch pieces
2 parsnips, thinly sliced
2 medium starchy potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 bulb fennel, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 small butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Bundle of fresh herbs such as parsley, sage, thyme, marjoram or rosemary
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 cups chicken or vegetable stock
4 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups whole milk
Freshly grated nutmeg, to taste
4 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons EVOO
2 large cloves garlic, crushed
4 cups diced stale white peasant-style bread
1 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano

Steps:

  • For the creamy winter vegetable soup: Heat the EVOO in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the garlic, carrots, celery, leeks, parsnips, potatoes, fennel and squash as you chop them and sprinkle with some salt and pepper. Nestle the bay leaves and herb bundle into the vegetables, partially cover and cook until softened, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes. Pour in the wine and reduce until almost evaporated. Then add the stock, bring to a boil and then turn down to a simmer. Meanwhile, melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium to medium-high heat, and then whisk in the flour 1 minute. Whisk in the milk and season with salt, pepper and nutmeg. Cook until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon. Pour the thickened milk mixture into the simmering vegetable soup, stir to combine and simmer a couple of minutes. For the cheesy croutons: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Heat the butter and oil in a large skillet over medium to medium-high heat. Stir in the garlic 1 minute, and then add the bread and toast until golden, stirring occasionally. Transfer to baking sheet and dress with the cheese. Bake to set the cheese and further dry out the croutons, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove the herb bundle and bay leaves from the soup and serve with the croutons.

HARVEST VEGETABLE SOUP



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This has to be one of my favorite winter soups, very filling and full of flavor. Serve with warm crusty bread on the side.

Provided by Nic2371

Categories     Lentil

Time 55m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ounce butter
1 medium onion, peeled and sliced
4 -6 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
1 small green pepper, seeded and chopped
2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
2 cups water
1/2 cup dry green lentils
1 1/2 tablespoons flour
2 cups milk
1 cup cheddar cheese, grated
4 tablespoons croutons (to garnish) (optional)

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a big heavy saucepan and fry onion for a few minutes, then add carrots and green pepper and fry until softened.
  • Add 2 cups water, the potatoes and the lentils, season with salt and pepper and simmer for about 30 minutes, until potatoes and lentils are cooked.
  • Mix the flour with a little of the milk and gradually blend in the rest of the milk.
  • Stir well into the soup until it thickens.
  • Simmer for 5 minutes then stir in 3/4 of the cheese.
  • Pour into a serving dish and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Garnish with croutons if using.

WINTER ROOT VEGETABLE SOUP



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I needed to use up root vegetables I had on hand and came up with this recipe. A creamy, savory, and slightly sweet soup that is comforting on a cold winter night.

Provided by LOOSENUP

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Squash Soup Recipes     Butternut Squash Soup Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 parsnips, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3 carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 celery root, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 turnips, quartered
1 sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 (2 pound) butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
¼ cup olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 tablespoons butter
1 stalk celery, diced
½ sweet onion, diced
1 quart vegetable broth
½ cup half-and-half cream
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Combine parsnips, carrots, celery root, turnips, sweet potato, and butternut squash in a large roasting pan. Drizzle with olive oil, and season with 1 teaspoon of kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper. Toss vegetables to evenly distribute seasonings.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until the vegetables are easily pierced with a fork, 30 to 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Stir in the celery and onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer, uncovered. Stir in the roasted vegetables and continue simmering for 10 minutes. Puree the soup using an immersion blender. Stir in the half and half, and season with salt and pepper, if necessary. If the soup becomes too thick, add more vegetable broth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.1 calories, Carbohydrate 40.7 g, Cholesterol 22.7 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 10.4 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 1786.4 mg, Sugar 9.2 g

WINTER VEGETABLE SOUP



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Provided by Lillian Chou

Categories     Soup/Stew     Onion     Potato     Quick & Easy     Celery     Carrot     Sweet Potato/Yam     Winter     Potluck     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 medium onion, chopped
1 Turkish or 1/2 California bay leaf
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large carrot, thinly sliced
1 celery rib, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/2 pound sweet potato, peeled and cubed (1/2 inch)
1/2 pound Yukon Gold or boiling potatoes, peeled and cubed (1/2 inch)
2 cups reduced-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
1 1/2 cups water
1/2 cup frozen peas
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

Steps:

  • Cook onion with bay leaf and 1/2 teaspoon salt in oil in a 4- to 5-quart heavy pot over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add carrot and celery and cook, stirring, until softened, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir in tomato paste and cook, stirring, 1 minute, then add sweet potato, Yukon Golds, broth, water, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Simmer, covered, until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes. Discard bay leaf. Purée 1 cup soup in a blender (use caution when blending hot liquids) and return to pot. Bring to a simmer, then stir in peas and dill and cook until peas are heated through, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

WINTER VEGETABLE SOUP



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I'VE ENJOYED this soup for years because it tastes good, is simple to make and doesn't leave a lot of leftovers. When there's a chill in the air, a steaming bowl of this savory soup is welcome. -Mavis Diment, Marcus, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup sliced green onions
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 small potato, peeled and cubed
1 large carrot, sliced
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup broccoli florets
1/4 teaspoon salt, optional
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onions in oil until tender. Add the broth, potato, carrot and thyme. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Add the broccoli, salt if desired and pepper; simmer, uncovered, for 5-7 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Fat 8g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 125mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HEALTHY HARVEST SOUP



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Powerhouse whole grains and autumn vegetables simmer to perfection in this comforting, vegan-friendly soup. To make the squash easier to peel and chop, pierce and microwave for a minute or two. Any type of bean or winter squash would be delicious in this soup.

Provided by Cynthia Phillips

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 teaspoon dried sage
1 teaspoon dried thyme
8 cups vegetable broth
2 acorn squash - peeled, seeded, and chopped
2 cups water
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
½ cup quinoa
½ cup pot barley
½ teaspoon salt
1 bunch kale, stemmed and coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat; saute onion in hot oil until softened and slightly golden, 5 to 10 minutes. Add garlic; saute until golden and fragrant, 2 to 4 minutes more. Stir sage and thyme in onion mixture and saute until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Stir vegetable broth, squash, water, kidney beans, quinoa, barley, and salt into onion mixture; bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until barley is tender and soup flavors combine, about 35 minutes.
  • Stir kale into soup; simmer until kale is tender, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.4 calories, Carbohydrate 39 g, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 8.3 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 600.6 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, seasonal vegetables. This will ensure that your soup is packed with flavor and nutrients.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different vegetables. There are many different vegetables that can be used in winter harvest vegetable soup, so feel free to mix and match your favorites.
  • Roast your vegetables before adding them to the soup. This will caramelize the vegetables and give them a delicious smoky flavor.
  • Use a good quality broth. The broth is the base of your soup, so it's important to use a good one. Look for a broth that is low in sodium and made with real ingredients.
  • Season your soup to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste until you're happy with the flavor.
  • Serve your soup hot with a side of bread or crackers. This is a classic way to enjoy winter harvest vegetable soup.

Conclusion:

Winter harvest vegetable soup is a delicious, nutritious, and easy-to-make meal. It's perfect for a cold winter day, and it's also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. So next time you're looking for a hearty and healthy soup, give winter harvest vegetable soup a try. You won't be disappointed!

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