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Roasted Pear and Parsnip Soup with Crispy Edamame

March 4, 2019 Updated: February 22, 2021 By Leanne 64 Comments

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Roasted Pear and Parsnip Soup with Crispy Edamame covers all the cozy soup essentials. It’s thick and creamy, sweet and savoury, and loaded with good-for-you fibre. It’s also dairy-free and vegan!

Up-close view of Roasted Pear and Parsnip Soup with Crispy Edamame in white mugs.

So it’s March, but winter continues around here, and so does my soup obsession. There is no sign of spring yet, so as long as it’s cold and windy, I’ll be whipping up batches of soup for warming dinners and quick lunches.

If you missed it, this Chicken Fajita Soup is new-ish on the blog and has been on repeat this winter. It’s chunky, spicy and loaded with lots of veggies and hearty beans.

But sometimes you just crave a thick and creamy soup. One that coats your insides, and feels like a big hug in a bowl. Well, say hello to this roasted pear and parsnip soup. This one hits all the right notes. And when topped with savoury and crunchy roasted edamame, the contrast in taste and texture definitely takes this soup to a whole new level!

This soup was actually inspired by a friend of mine. She mentioned she saw a pear and parsnip soup on a restaurant menu recently, and it peaked my curiosity so much, I had to give it a try.

And like most soups on Crumb Top Baking, I tried to keep this one pretty simple with minimal ingredients.

Overhead view of Roasted Pear and Parsnip Soup puréed in a blender.

How do you make Roasted Pear and Parsnip Soup with Crispy Edamame?

This is a roast and purée situation. Pretty simple. The pears and parsnip are chopped and roasted on a baking sheet, along with some onion, garlic, oil and seasonings.

While the veggies are roasting, you can make your crispy edamame, or you can just open up that bag of crispy edamame you purchased at the grocery store. Your choice. I’ve included instructions in the recipe for roasting edamame in both the air fryer and oven.

Once roasted, let the veggies cool slightly before adding them to a blender to blend in batches, along with some veggie broth and nut milk. The puréed soup is added to a pot, along with some bay leaves, and simmered for 20-30 minutes. Easy peasy!

What are the best pears for making Roasted Pear and Parsnip Soup?

Whenever I roast pears for a recipe, I like to use Bosc pears as they don’t get too soft or mushy when roasted. They also have a delicate sweet flavour, which works well in baking and cooking.

If you’d like to read more about different pears and which ones are best for eating and cooking, The Spruce Eats has a helpful article.

Up-close view of Roasted Pear and Parsnip Soup in a red pot.

Tips for making Roasted Pear and Parsnip Soup with Crispy Edamame:

  • Roasting brings out the sweetness of the parsnip, so make sure you roast them until they start to caramelize around the edges.
  • You can peel the pears before roasting them, but I like to leave the skin on for added fibre. This will result in some bits of pear skin in the soup, so if you prefer a super smooth soup, go ahead and peel the pears.
  • If you don’t like your soup thick, just add more broth and/or nut milk.
  • I used veggie broth, but you can also use chicken broth (just keep in mind it won’t be a vegetarian or vegan soup). I like to use no-salt added broth, so if you use regular or low-sodium broth, you may wish to adjust the additional salt you add to the recipe.
  • The recipe calls for almond milk, but you can also use another type of nut milk, dairy milk or coconut milk.
  • You’ll want to blend the soup in 2-3 batches, depending on the size of your blender. And be careful, as the veggies and pears may be hot.
  • I don’t recommend using an immersion blender to purée the soup. It will be easier if you use a high-speed blender.
  • If you’re making your own crispy edamame to garnish the soup, I’ve included oven and air fryer instructions in the recipe. Be sure to enjoy the edamame immediately after roasting. They will lose some of their crispness if made ahead and stored in a container.

Side view of Roasted Pear and Parsnip Soup with Crispy Edamame in white mugs.

How can you garnish Roasted Pear and Parsnip Soup?

  • Crispy edamame (obviously my choice!)
  • Blue cheese
  • Walnuts
  • Sunflower seeds
  • Arugula
  • Croutons
  • Crusty bread

Overhead view of Roasted Pear and Parsnip Soup with Crispy Edamame in a white mug.

If you make this Roasted Pear and Parsnip Soup with Crispy Edamame, I’d love to hear about it in the comments below. Or take a pic and share it on Instagram by tagging @crumbtopbaking.

Other creamy soup recipes you might enjoy

  • Roasted Red Pepper and Butternut Squash Soup
  • Roasted Sweet Potato and Carrot Soup
  • Green Pea Soup
  • Tomato Chickpea Soup
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Roasted Pear and Parsnip Soup with Crispy Edamame

★★★★★ 5 from 25 reviews
  • Author: Leanne
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour, 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 bowls
  • Category: Dinner; Lunch
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Roasted Pear and Parsnip Soup with Crispy Edamame covers all the cozy soup essentials. It’s thick and creamy, sweet and savoury, and loaded with good-for-you fibre!


Ingredients

For the soup:

  • 6 cups chopped parsnip
  • 2 Bosc pears, cored and chopped (skin on or off – see note)
  • 6 garlic cloves, peeled
  • 1 onion, peeled and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cardamom
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 4 cups vegetable broth, no salt added
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 3 bay leaves
  • Additional salt and pepper to taste

For the edamame:

  • 2 cups frozen edamame, cooked according to package instructions
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Pre-heat oven to 400F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, add the parsnip, pears, garlic, onion, oil, salt, cardamom and pepper and toss until well coated.
  3. Arrange in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, and roast for 45-50 minutes, or until the parsnip are tender and browned on the edges.
  4. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Add the vegetables and pears to a high-speed blender, in batches, with the broth and milk. Purée each batch until smooth. Pour batches of puréed soup into a large pot. Add in bay leaves and any additional salt and pepper to taste. Cover and let simmer for 20-30 minutes.
  5. While the soup is simmering, add the cooked edamame, oil, salt and garlic powder to a medium-sized bowl and stir until the edamame is well coated. Arrange edamame in a single layer on a baking sheet or air fryer rack. In the oven, roast on 400F for 35-40 minutes, and in the air fryer, roast on 350F for 15 minutes.
  6. Remove bay leaves from soup and serve immediately with crispy edamame.

Notes

  1. You can peel the pears before roasting, or leave them on for added fibre. For a super smooth soup, you should peel the pears.
  2. If you don’t like your soup thick, just add more broth and/or nut milk.
  3. If you use regular or low-sodium broth, you may wish to reduce the amount of salt you add to the recipe.
  4. The recipe calls for almond milk, but you can also use another type of nut milk, dairy milk or coconut milk.
  5. You will want to blend the soup in 2-3 batches, depending on the size of your blender. Use caution as the veggies and pears may be hot.
  6. It will be easier to use a high speed blender to purée the soup, instead of an immersion blender.
  7. You can garnish the soup with store-bought crispy edamame. If you’re making your own crispy edamame to garnish the soup, be sure to enjoy the edamame immediately after roasting. If made ahead and stored in a container, they lose some of their crispness.

Keywords: Soup, Pears, Parsnip, Dinner, Edamame

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Comments

  1. Karen (Back Road Journal) says

    March 27, 2019 at 4:21 pm

    This is such a different soup…I don’t believe I’ve ever had one with pear. Very delicious I’m sure.

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      April 23, 2019 at 7:17 am

      Thanks Karen! The pear adds a nice sweetness! Hope you get to try it some time.

      Reply
  2. Jo says

    March 11, 2019 at 7:08 am

    Looks really delicious. Love this interesting combination of pear and parsnip in soup and that crispy edamame is like cherry on top, yum! Soups like this every night, I wouldn’t mind!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      March 11, 2019 at 7:11 am

      Thanks Jo! I’m happy you like the combo! It’s a favourite around here.

      Reply
  3. Daniela says

    March 10, 2019 at 11:22 pm

    Your images are gorgeous and this soup is perfect for these chilly winter days! Sounds so delicious! Love the idea of crispy edamame on top too! Thanks so much for sharing :).

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      March 11, 2019 at 6:54 am

      Thanks Daniela. Glad you like the crispy edamame!

      Reply
  4. Leslie Kiszka says

    March 10, 2019 at 1:33 pm

    I LOVE parsnip soup! I also love edamame, but due to an allergy I’m not allowed to have it anymore and that makes me SO. SAD. So I guess I can leave it off, and then just eat twice as much soup to make up for it. Right? Right.

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      March 11, 2019 at 6:55 am

      Hahah! That’s a solid strategy! Thanks Leslie!

      Reply
  5. Kathryn says

    March 10, 2019 at 11:49 am

    Soup is such a winter staple for me and this is a really interesting flavor combo! I’m adding it to my list of ideas for the week!

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      March 11, 2019 at 6:53 am

      Thanks Kathryn!

      Reply
  6. Veronika's Kitchen says

    March 9, 2019 at 11:39 pm

    Wow! I never even thought about pairing parsnip with pairs, but it sounds so good! I think this soup will be perfect for a cold day like today and I definitely would like to try it!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      March 11, 2019 at 6:52 am

      Thank you Veronika! Yes, it’s perfect for the cold weather we are continuing to have!

      Reply
  7. Terri says

    March 9, 2019 at 2:57 pm

    What an intriguing combination of ingredients! This is definitely on my ‘to try’ list!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      March 11, 2019 at 6:51 am

      Thanks Terri! Hope you get a chance to make it!

      Reply
  8. Anne Lawton says

    March 9, 2019 at 9:56 am

    This is one hearty bowl of soup! I love that crispy edamame that you have on top of it!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      March 11, 2019 at 6:51 am

      Thanks Anne! The crispy edamame is a must!

      Reply
  9. Cathleen @ A Taste of Madness says

    March 9, 2019 at 12:43 am

    This might be the most gorgeous and most unique soup I have seen in a long time! Definitely going to try this flavour combo sometime soon <3

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      March 11, 2019 at 6:50 am

      Thanks Cathleen! That’s so sweet of you to say!

      Reply
  10. Marie says

    March 7, 2019 at 9:45 pm

    Such a unique flavour combo and I’m definitely a lover of creamy soups so this is a must-try

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      March 11, 2019 at 6:50 am

      Thanks Marie! Glad you like the combo!

      Reply
  11. Sherri says

    March 7, 2019 at 12:42 am

    I’m convinced that the only good thing about winter is the soup, and I am absolutely in love with this one! The combination of pear and parsnip with the crispy edamame has got my taste buds dancing! Love that it’s vegan too! 🙂

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      March 7, 2019 at 7:07 am

      I would have to agree Sherri! One of the few things I like about winter is the cozy food, especially soup! Glad you like this combo!

      Reply
  12. [email protected] says

    March 6, 2019 at 10:08 pm

    Your Roasted Pear and Parsnip soup sounds so delicious, Leanne and the crispy edamame sounds like a fantastic garnish (and snack!). I am a soup fanatic and make it all year around. I cannot wait to try this one! Thanks for sharing!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      March 7, 2019 at 7:06 am

      Thanks Denise! We love soup year round too, and yes, the crispy edamame are great for snacking! Hope you get to make this soup soon!

      Reply
  13. Marissa says

    March 6, 2019 at 9:34 pm

    It’s still SO cold here and I’m craving thick, creamy soups just like this! Such a clever flavor combo – sounds delicious!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      March 7, 2019 at 7:04 am

      Thanks Marissa! It’s still cold here too, and I think the soup cravings will continue for a little while longer yet!

      Reply
  14. Meg says

    March 6, 2019 at 1:35 am

    This soup looks nutty and delicious!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Leanne says

      March 7, 2019 at 7:04 am

      Thanks Meg. There are no nuts in this one, but walnuts would make a great topping instead of the edamame!

      Reply
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