Lunche for 4
Carrot Parsnip Soup
Carrots, parsnips, celery, and onion simmer with spices and broth before blending into a smooth soup.
Typical price
$5.56for 4 servings
$1.39 per serving$5.56 for 4
Typical price: Salefork's estimate of an everyday US shelf price for each ingredient. Pick your city to price it from this week's ad.

Photo: primaverakitchen.com
- 35 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 4servings as written
- $typical cost tier
AmericanVegetarianVeganDairy-freeBudgetLunchesBack to schoolCold-weather comfortWinter
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Onions$1.29/lb typical | 0.3 lb | $0.40Typical price |
| Celery$2.29 each typical | a little | $0.29Typical price |
| Carrots$1.09/lb typical | 0.55 lb | $0.61Typical price |
| Radishes, turnips, rutabaga$1.99/lb typical | 0.65 lb | $1.24Typical price |
| Broth or stock$0.07/oz typical | 33 oz | $2.32Typical price |
| Mint, dill, rosemary, thyme and other fresh herbs$1.99 each typical | a little | $0.25Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $5.56 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Cooking spray, shortening, ghee, coconut and sesame oilDried spices (cumin, paprika, chili powder, oregano)Salt and pepper
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup onions
- 1/2 cup celery
- 2 cups carrots
- 2 cups parsnips
- 4 cups veggie broth
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- salt and ground black pepper
- chives (optional)
Steps
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the onion and celery, and cook for 4 minutes.
- Stir in the carrots, parsnips, paprika, garlic powder, and chili powder.
- Pour in the broth, bring it to a boil, then simmer for 20 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
- Blend the soup until smooth, then season with salt and black pepper.
- Stir in the chives before serving, if using.
Swaps
- Carrots for Sweet potatoesabout $0.20/lb more at typical prices
- Onions for Red onionsabout $0.20/lb more at typical prices
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