Life can get so busy sometimes, and making a quick homemade dinner can be a challenge. That’s when I enjoy making this 3 ingredient easy potato soup, it’s simple and satisfying. It’s amazing how a few basic ingredients with proper cooking techniques can come together to create something so warm and comforting to enjoy for dinner.
Especially on a hectic weeknight or when I’m trying to make the most of what I have in my kitchen without having to run to the store.
Easy Potato Soup Creates A Warm Comfort Meal
You’ll love this 3-ingredient potato soup because it’s the perfect blend of simplicity, affordability, and versatility. With just three basic ingredients—onion, potatoes, and broth—it’s as budget-friendly as it gets, making it ideal for stretching your grocery dollars.
It’s also incredibly quick and easy to prepare, with no complicated techniques or lengthy prep required—a true lifesaver for those “what’s for dinner?” moments.
Best of all, this soup is a blank canvas for creativity. Start with the basics, then make it your own by adding a splash of cream, fresh herbs, or a sprinkle of cheese to elevate the flavor and make it uniquely yours.
If you are adding easy soup recipes to your menu, be sure to try my 5 Ingredient Crock Pot Potato Soup With Frozen Hashbrowns, Rich And Creamy Pumpkin Soup, and Hearty Instant Pot Vegetable Stew.
Ingredients You Will Need
It can’t get any easier; only 3 simple ingredients are needed to create this flavorful potato soup.
- Oil or Butter: Unsalted butter or high-quality olive oil – for better flavor and seasoning control.
- White Potatoes: Yukon Gold or Russet – firm, smooth, and free of green spots or sprouts.
- Onion: Yellow onion – with dry skin and no soft or moldy spots.
- Vegetable Stock: I use store-bought boxed vegetable broth.
- Salt and Pepper: To taste
📝 Note: You can find the full recipe with ingredients and measurements in the recipe card located at the bottom of this post.
Variations and Substitutions
Extra Creamy: Alternatively, making it a 4 ingredient soup by adding a splash of heavy cream at the end of your cooking time results in added richness.
Make Homemade Veggie Broth With Srcaps: A homemade vegetable stock adds depth without added cost. By simmering onions and vegetable scraps in water for a few hours. Sometimes I toss all the veggie scraps in my crock pot, add water and set it on low in the morning. I create a vibrant stock that keeps well in the freezer.
Stock Options: It can be a delightful alternative for those who prefer chicken stock. I also have used boxed chicken bone broth as a nutritious alternative.
Make Creamy Potato Soup: If a creamy texture is desired, blending the soup partially or completely with a stick blender can achieve this.
How To Make Easy Potato Soup
1
Sautee Vegetables
Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the diced potatoes and onion. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
2
Simmer
Pour in the vegetable stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
3
Serve
Add salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley and extra black pepper if desired. Serve hot.
Gina’s Tips For Recipe Sucess
- Sautee Veggies: When making this simple potato soup, I start by sautéing the onions and potatoes in a touch of oil. This process draws out their flavors and reduces cooking time.
- Cutting Uniform Potato Cubes: Dicing potatoes evenly ensures they cook at the same rate. Use a sharp knife and a stable cutting board for precision.
- Taste as You Season: Add salt gradually and taste as you go to avoid over-salting, especially if using salted stock.
- Optional Garnishes: For extra flavor and texture, garnish with a drizzle of olive oil, croutons, or grated cheese like Parmesan.
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Easy 3-Ingredient Potato Soup
Note: Be sure to read through the recipe’s post for tips and details about this recipe.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp butter, you could also use olive oil instead
- 18 ounces white potatoes, Yukon Gold or Russet, peeled and diced into ½-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup onion, mild yellow or white, diced
- 4 cups vegetable stock
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the diced potatoes and onion. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.1 tbsp butter, 18 ounces white potatoes, 1/2 cup onion
- Pour in the vegetable stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.4 cups vegetable stock
- Add salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley and extra black pepper if desired. Serve hot.salt and pepper
Notes
- For Creamy Soup: Use a stick blender to blend some or all of the soup directly in the pot for a thicker, creamier texture. Alternatively, stir in a splash of heavy cream just before serving to make it even richer.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave.
- Serving Ideas: Pair with crusty bread or a simple green salad for a hearty meal.
