Description
A comforting and flavorful Potato Soup without bacon, featuring sautéed vegetables, tender russet potatoes, and a creamy yogurt finish. This hearty soup is perfect for a cozy meal and is easy to prepare on the stovetop.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1/2 small-medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, pressed or finely chopped
- 1 celery stalk, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
- 1 large carrot, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
- 3-4 medium-large russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2 – 1 inch cubes (about 3.5 – 4 cups)
Liquids & Fats
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
- 3 cups milk (or water)
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt (4 tablespoons)
Seasonings
- 2 pinches of salt (generous)
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking for about 3 minutes until the onion starts to become translucent.
- Add Celery and Carrot: Stir in the chopped celery and carrot and continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften slightly.
- Add Potatoes and Liquids: Add the peeled and cubed potatoes to the pot, sprinkle in the salt, then pour in the vegetable broth and milk. Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Simmer Soup: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let the soup simmer gently for 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are fork tender.
- Mash and Finish: Using the back of a spatula or a potato masher, mash the potatoes slightly to achieve a creamy texture. Remove the pot from heat, stir in the plain yogurt until well combined, and serve warm.
Notes
- This potato soup is a delightful bacon-free alternative, still delivering rich and comforting flavors.
- You can substitute milk with water for a lighter version, but milk adds creaminess.
- The texture can be adjusted by mashing more or less, according to your preference.
- For added flavor, herbs such as chives or parsley can be sprinkled on top before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 337 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 609 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 43 mg
