Prepare to be dazzled by a soup that's not just a meal, but a stunning work of art on your plate! This Beet and Fennel Soup is a game-changing recipe that transforms humble vegetables into a luxurious, velvety masterpiece that will make your taste buds dance with delight. With its stunning deep magenta color and rich, earthy flavors, this soup is about to become your new obsession – promising both incredible nutrition and a visual feast that'll have everyone at your table asking, "What magical recipe is this?"
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 medium beets, peeled and diced
- 1 bulb fennel, chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh dill for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by washing, peeling, and chopping beets, fennel, and onion into uniform dice-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat, allowing it to shimmer but not smoke.
- Add diced onions and sauté until they become translucent and slightly softened, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Incorporate chopped fennel into the pot and continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Add diced beets to the pot and cook for another 5 minutes, allowing vegetables to develop a rich, caramelized flavor.
- Pour vegetable broth into the pot, ensuring all vegetables are fully submerged, and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until beets and fennel are tender and easily pierced with a fork.
- Remove from heat and use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth and creamy, or carefully transfer to a standing blender in batches.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting seasoning as needed.
- Ladle soup into serving bowls and garnish with fresh chopped dill before serving hot.
Tips
- Choose fresh, firm beets and fennel for the most robust flavor profile.
- Wear kitchen gloves when handling beets to prevent staining your hands.
- For extra smoothness, strain the soup through a fine-mesh sieve after blending.
- If you prefer a thinner consistency, add a splash of additional vegetable broth.
- Enhance the soup's complexity by roasting the vegetables before simmering for deeper caramelized notes.
- Experiment with garnishes like toasted pumpkin seeds, a dollop of Greek yogurt, or a drizzle of herb-infused olive oil.
- This soup tastes even better the next day, so don't hesitate to make it in advance!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 95kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
