Curried Parsnip and Apple Soup

  • 10MINS
  • 25MINS
  • Serves 6
  • 114KCAL

This six-ingredient Curried Parsnip and Apple Soup is a quick, nutritious, and delicious option for chilly days.

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NutritionPer Serving

  • Calories114
  • Carbs18g
  • Protein2.9g
  • Fat2.1g
  • Saturates0.4g
  • Sugars9.4g

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There’s something about a warming bowl of soup on a crisp autumn day that just feels right, and this Curried Parsnip and Apple Soup is the perfect example. Creamy, comforting, and full of flavour, it’s a simple way to enjoy a wholesome meal that’s super satisfying but still light.

Soups are a brilliant way to get a good dose of vegetables into your day, and here the natural sweetness of parsnips and apples pairs beautifully alongside gentle spices. With just six ingredients (seven if you like a touch of optional hot sauce), it’s simple and straightforward, ready in under an hour.

What diets is this Curried Parsnip and Apple Soup suitable for?

This Curried Parsnip and Apple Soup recipe is suitable for dairy-free, vegan and vegetarian diets. It can also easily be made gluten-free, as long you make sure to use gluten-free stock cubes.

Remember to take extra care when you’re cooking for people with allergies. Use separate utensils, cookware, and preparation surfaces.

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‘A Pinch of Nom favourite — deliciously moreish and full of flavour! Perfect for a hearty autumn lunch. I served mine with homemade soda bread, a sprinkle of chopped chives, and a drizzle of sriracha for a little kick!’

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How many calories are in this Curried Parsnip and Apple Soup?

There are 114 Calories per portion in this Curried Parsnip and Apple Soup, which means it falls into our Everyday Light category. These are all dishes under 400 calories, ideal for when you’re after a lighter bite (just like the category name suggests!), and they fit with diet plans like Weight Watchers if you’re calorie counting. 

As a guide, an average man needs around 2,500kcal (10,500kJ) a day to maintain a healthy body weight. For an average woman, that figure is around 2,000kcal (8,400kJ) a day. Obviously, if your goal is to lose weight, then you might want to adjust these slightly. You can read more about these recommendations on the NHS website.

Step 1

Spray a pan with some low-calorie cooking spray and set on a medium heat. Add the onion and fry for 5 minutes, until softening and turning lightly golden.

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Step 2

Stir in the curry powder, then add the parsnips and apple to the pan. Cook for a few more minutes until the curry powder becomes fragrant.

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Step 3

Add the stock cubes to the water, and stir until dissolved. Then pour into the pan and bring to the boil. 

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Step 4

Cover with a lid and lower the heat, then simmer for 25 minutes — until the parsnips are soft.

Step 5

Remove the pan from the heat, and using a stick blender or food processor, blitz until smooth.

 

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Step 6

If the soup is too thick, slowly add some more water until it reaches the desired consistency.

Step 7

If you want, feel free to serve with a few drops of hot sauce.

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How do you know when Curried Parsnip and Apple Soup is cooked?

The ingredients should be mixed and stirred, and then cooked for 25 minutes. Check to make sure the parsnips are cooked — then remove from the heat and blitz using a food processor or stick blender. If the soup is too thick, slowly add extra water until it reaches your desired consistency.

As per UK food safety guidelines, always cook food until it reaches 75ºC and stays at that temperature for at least two minutes.

How long can you keep Curried Parsnip and Apple Soup in the fridge?

Once you’ve served this Curried Parsnip and Apple Soup, ideally you should eat it within 4 hours.

If you allow any leftovers to cool, make sure to refrigerate in a container with a lid and chill. You can keep leftovers of Curried Parsnip and Apple Soup in the fridge for approximately 3 days or so.

Can I freeze Curried Parsnip and Apple Soup?

Yes you can! This recipe can be frozen, but please remember to do the following:

  • Freeze it as soon as it is cold enough.
  • Use a container or bag that is suitable for freezing.
  • Don’t forget to add a label with what it is, and on what date you put it in the freezer!

How do I reheat Curried Parsnip and Apple Soup?

From chilled: Place in a microwave-proof container, loosely cover, and heat for 4-7 minutes — until piping hot.

From frozen: Allow to defrost, then heat covered in the microwave for 3-5 minutes. Stir and continue heating for 5-7 minutes, until piping hot.

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Curried Parsnip and Apple Soup

This six-ingredient Curried Parsnip and Apple Soup is a quick, nutritious, and delicious option for chilly days.
  • Prep Time
    10 MINS
  • Cook Time
    25 MINS
  • KCals 114
  • Carbs 18G

Ingredients

  • low-calorie cooking spray
  • 1/2 onion, peeled and diced
  • 1 tsp curry powder
  • 6 medium-to-large parsnips (approx. 720g), peeled and cut into big chunks
  • 1 medium cooking apple, peeled, cored, and cut
  • 700 ml boiling water
  • 2 vegetable stock cubes
  • few drops hot sauce (optional)

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Instructions

  1. Spray a pan with some low-calorie cooking spray and set on a medium heat. Add the onion and fry for 5 minutes, until softening and turning lightly golden.
  2. Stir in the curry powder, then add the parsnips and apple to the pan. Cook for a few more minutes, until the curry powder becomes fragrant.
  3. Add the stock cubes to the water and stir until dissolved. Pour into the pan and bring to the boil.
  4. Cover with a lid and lower the heat, then simmer for 25 minutes — until the parsnips are soft.
  5. Remove the pan from the heat and, using a stick blender or food processor, blitz until smooth.
  6. If the soup is too thick, add some more water until it reaches the desired consistency.
  7. If you want, feel free to serve with a few drops of hot sauce.

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