🥣 Soup too thin: 6 easy tips to thicken it without cream – Neary

There are several reasons why your homemade soup might become too thin or too runny. This often happens if the vegetables you chose contain a lot of water (zucchini, tomato, leek, etc.), if you added too much broth, or because of overcooking, which releases the water from the vegetables. 😅

Don't panic: there are plenty of natural remedies to fix it, without adding cream or milk! 🥗

• Potato : The natural starch in potatoes is perfect for thickening any soup. Chop it into small pieces, add it to the soup, cook for another ten minutes, then blend. Velvety texture guaranteed! 🥔
• Carrots or parsnips : these root vegetables bring sweetness and bind the ingredients together. Their flesh blends easily and gives an appetizing color.
• Squash (butternut, pumpkin, etc.) : the star of winter! It thickens naturally without weighing down the flavor. 🧡
• Cauliflower or broccoli : cooked and then blended, they enrich the soup while giving it body.

Remember to use seasonal vegetables for a delicious, locally sourced result! Discover our homemade soup kit for plenty of inspiration. 🌱

• Stale bread : a grandmother's trick! Add one or two pieces of stale bread to hot soup, let it soak for a few minutes, then blend. Creamy texture and a light toasty flavor. Zero waste! 🥖🥗
• Oat, rice, or chickpea flakes : add a handful to a saucepan, simmer for five minutes, then blend. The flakes will melt and thicken without altering the flavor. Perfect for vegan soups too. 🥣

Zero-waste tip: homemade breadcrumbs, even made with wholemeal bread, work too. Handy if you want to adjust the texture at the last minute!

• Split peas, red lentils, white beans : cooked quickly, they thicken the soup and provide plant-based protein. Add a small handful to the soup, let it cook (or use pre-cooked legumes), then blend. Smooth and satisfying texture guaranteed. 🥬🥄
• Chickpea or bean puree : add a spoonful directly to the soup and mix. Ideal for using up leftover hummus!

Discover more tips in our Neary season guides . 💡

Sometimes, all it takes is a long blend to emulsify the soup and thicken it naturally, especially if you've added starchy vegetables or bread. Otherwise, let it simmer gently, uncovered, so some of the water evaporates: the soup will reduce and become creamier. Keep a close eye on it and taste it regularly! 👨‍🍳

Need help measuring water or plant-based milk? Use our handy cl to ml converter !

• Can you thicken your soup without potatoes? Yes, use stale bread, oatmeal, or legumes. Even a little cooked vegetable puree will work! 🥄
• How much ingredient should you add? Proceed in small increments: a handful of flakes or half a potato is often enough. Add, let it cook, blend, then adjust the seasoning.
• The soup is still too liquid: what to do? Let it evaporate over low heat, or add a slice of bread, split peas or some diced root vegetables.
• Can I use cornstarch or potato starch? Yes, but opt ​​for whole, unprocessed ingredients for more flavor and nutritional benefits. Potato starches are handy as a backup. 😉
• Looking for ideas for leftover soup? Turn it into a sauce for a gratin, a risotto base, or freeze it in portions for future meals! 🥗

Discover more tips and recipes on KitchenAid easy soups and in our seasonal guides blog .