Ingredients
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery sticks, diced
- 4 Yukon gold potatoes, medium, peeled and diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup fresh dill, diced
Spices and Seasonings
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp turmeric
Liquids and Miscellaneous
- 4½ cups vegetable broth (homemade or store-bought)
- 4 pickles, medium, diced (approx. 1 cup)
- 1 cup white beans, canned, drained and rinsed
- ¼ cup pickle juice
- 5 tbsp tahini (¼ cup + 1 tbsp)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a pot over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté until softened, about 2 to 3 minutes. This helps to build the base flavor of the soup.
- Add Potatoes and Spices: Stir in the diced potatoes, minced garlic, dried thyme, and paprika. Continue to sauté until the potatoes begin to soften, approximately 5 minutes. This step infuses the spices into the vegetables.
- Simmer Soup: Pour in the vegetable broth, diced pickles, white beans, and pickle juice. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Simmer for 8 to 10 minutes until the potatoes are tender and cooked through.
- Add Creaminess and Herbs: Stir in the tahini and turmeric thoroughly until the soup becomes creamy. Finally, garnish with fresh diced dill to add a fresh, herbal note to the soup.
- Store and Serve: Let the soup cool slightly and serve warm. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to four days, ensuring flavors meld and the soup remains fresh.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of pickle juice for a more or less tangy flavor according to your preference.
- For a smoother texture, blend part or all of the soup after cooking, then stir in tahini and dill.
- This soup is naturally vegan and vegetarian, making it suitable for both diets.
- Use homemade vegetable broth to enhance the soup’s depth of flavor.
- Fresh dill is key for the best flavor; substitute with dried dill if necessary but use less.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan