ROASTED FENNEL & POTATO SOUP
Roasted Fennel & Potato Soup features roasted fennel and potatoes pureed into a delicious creamy soup that is easy to make and ready in 1 hour!
I have made this vegan roasted fennel and potato soup many times over the years. It’s a wonderfully simple and flavorful soup I love to come back to!
If you enjoy warm, velvety soups, this recipe will be perfect for you. And if you are a mashed potato lover, this soup is definitely for you!
Fennel and potatoes can be found year round, so you can enjoy this soup anytime. It would be especially delicious for the autumn and winter holiday menus, making a flavorful starter soup to begin your holiday feast.
This recipe is a true keeper and a welcome addition to the recipe collection. It’s simplicity at its finest, and I think you’ll agree!
Recipe adapted from the ladies at PPK.
Ingredient Notes
Potatoes, fennel and onion are roasted to perfection and pureed with almond milk (or your favorite non-dairy milk) until thick and creamy smooth for a sensational soup that’s worth repeating!
Here is everything you need:
- Fennel – The fennel adds a touch of sweetness with notes of anise/licorice and works well with the potatoes. If you’ve never cut fennel, here’s a guide: How To Cut Fennel
- Potatoes – Use waxy potatoes – red, white or gold. I used gold potatoes here.
- Onion – Any color onion will do.
- Unsweetened Non-Dairy Milk – Use your favorite plain plant milk. I’ve been using cashew milk lately since it has a very neutral flavor.
- Olive Oil – Use your favorite neutral-flavored oil. A garlic oil would be nice too.
- Vegetable Paste – I used 1/2 teaspoon of Better Than Bouillon Vegetable Base (affiliate link) with the liquids called for in this recipe. It adds lots of flavor without too much sodium, and the jar lasts a long time!
- Salt & Pepper – My favorite salt is pink mineral salt (affiliate link), which naturally contains essential minerals and trace elements the body needs. Season to taste with your favorite salt and pepper.
How To Make Roasted Fennel & Potato Soup
This fennel & potato soup recipe is so easy to make and only requires a few simple steps.
- Prep the fennel, onion and potatoes. I peeled my potatoes to ensure my soup would be velvety, but feel free to leave the skin on. You may prefer to leave yours a little chunky. There is no wrong way!
- Place the veggies on a baking sheet, add a little oil, and toss. Sprinkle with salt and pepper (shown above), and bake at 425 degrees for 35 – 40 minutes, until the potatoes are fork tender.
- Once the vegetables are roasted, add them to your liquids and blend (shown above). An immersion blender or regular blender works well, but for ultra-creamy consistency, I find a stand-up (stick) blender works best.
- Finish by warming the soup on the stove.
Now your home will smell wonderful, and your taste buds and tummy will be happy!
Storing + Reheating Instructions
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 – 6 days. They’re also freezer-friendly and can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months. To reheat, defrost the soup in the refrigerator overnight and reheat on the stovetop over medium heat until warmed through. Alternatively, reheat serving portions in the microwave on HIGH for 30 to 60-second intervals, stirring between intervals, until warmed through.
Serving Suggestions
This soup is delicious and filling on its own. To make it a full-course meal, try a few of these serving suggestions:
- Serve with Lentil Walnut Loaf with Apple, Sage + Fennel
- Serve with Savory Sauteed Kale or Vegan Collard Greens
- It’s great with a chunk of homemade Artisan Bread or soft and chewy Vegan Naan.
More Potato Recipes!
Potatoes are wonderful in all kinds of dishes. Take a look at these other recipes, from soups to salads; you may find a new favorite!
- Potato, Leek & White Bean Soup
- Rustic Cabbage, Potato & White Bean Soup
- Crispy Smashed Potatoes
- Chickpea, Potato & Parsley Bowl
- Creamy Potato + Chickpea Salad
If you try this fennel & potato soup recipe, please let me know! Leave a comment and rate it below. I love to hear what you think, or any changes you make.
PrintROASTED FENNEL & POTATO SOUP
This roasted fennel and potato soup is full of simple flavors and is so easy to make. Puree your soup until velvety smooth, or leave it a little chunky if you prefer. Make it your own and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 40
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 – 6 1x
- Category: Soup, Entree
- Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs. (3 – 4) yukon gold potatoes, cut into 1 inch chunks
- 2 large or 3 small fennel bulbs, sliced into 1 inch slices (reserve some fronds for garnish)
- 1 medium onion, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch slices
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- mineral salt & fresh cracked pepper, to taste
- 2 cups water or low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 cups unsweetened plain non-dairy milk
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
Roast: Using a large rimmed baking sheets lined with parchment paper or silpat, place potatoes, fennel & onion.. Add a light drizzle of and toss vegetables until evenly coated, spread evenly on the sheet. Add a sprinkle of salt & pepper over top. Place in oven and cook for 30 – 40 minutes, tossing half way. Potatoes should be fork tender. Remove any fennel that seems to burn too fast. Reserve a few fennel pieces for garnish if you like.
Puree: In a large pot, add water/broth and milk. Add vegetables and using an immersion blender, puree until desired consistency, add more liquids as needed. You may like your soup a little chunky or smooth. You may also use a blender/food processor to puree the soup (this method may take two batches to complete). Taste for flavor adding more salt & pepper as needed.
Warm: Bring the pot to the stove and heat soup over medium low until warmed through.
Serve: Fill individual bowls and top with reserved fennel and fresh cracked pepper. Pairs well with crusty bread of choice.
Serves 4 – 6
Notes
A quick guide to cutting fennel: How To Chop Fennel
The smaller you chop the vegetables the quicker they will cook and vice versa.
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT: For roasting the veggies I switch between my Silpat or these parchment liners for lining this rimmed baking sheet (affiliate links). And for pureeing the soup I use this immersion blender.
Updated: Roasted Fennel & Potato Soup was originally published in July 2012 and was updated in November 2019 with new photos and helpful tips. No changes were made to the recipe, and it’s still as good as ever. Enjoy!
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Simple & Simply Delicious. I wasn’t sure if this would be flavorful enough, so added garlic powder at the end. Might roast fresh garlic instead next time. Fantastic recipe and prefect with the Artisan Bread!!!
I made this the other night and it came out AMAZING. So happy I found this recipe
Very lovely flavor. I made it without the oil and added the salt and pepper at the end. I probably put in too many potatoes, but it still yielded a delicate herbed potato. I will buy scales and try to learn to weigh my food next time. Recipe is definitely a keeper:)
This is delicious! I had to substitute the onion with onion powder bc I can’t eat onions right now. Doesn’t seem to hurt the recipe at all. I will be making this again!
Although I did not add the milk, it was an awesome soup! I made homemade veggie stock and roasted the veggies. Simple & delicious. It is a keeper! Thanks so much for the inspiration.
Absolutely delicious!
Hi! I’d like to make this but wondered about substituting cauliflower for the potatoes….have you tried that and how much do you think is needed? I know random but we’re trying to make healthier meals and I’d love make this!
I think cauliflower would be delicious! I would use the same amount of cauliflower as called for the potatoes. Cut them into florets and roast them the same. When adding the liquids, start with 3 cups (in any combo of broth & milk), adding more as needed. Do let us know how it goes!
I saw this first on post punk kitchen
Me too, it’s inspired from their recipe! I give mention of them in the first paragraph. I love PPK! :)
Added paprika, sage, garlic, and celery seed to taste and it turned out amazing. Great recipe, thank you
Glad you liked it! Your additions sound delicious. Cheers :)
love your recipes thank u for the inspiration
Thank you so much! You’re welcome, I love being here doing it all. Cheers :)
This soup is delicious! The taste changes so much by roasting the potatoes. I didn't use onions because of stomach issues but it tasted great anyway!