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Whole30 Ham and Potato Soup (Paleo, Dairy Free)

Last Updated on December 17, 2020 by Jean Choi 13 Comments

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This flavorful Whole30 ham and potato soup is dairy free, but so creamy and comforting with clean, healthy ingredients. So easy and quick to make as well!

Whole30 ham and potato soup served in a bowl with a spoon in it

There are some food combinations that are meant to be, because they are so fantastic together in flavor and texture. Ham and potatoes are one of those beautiful pairs, especially when the weather gets cooler. I combined the two in this dairy free ham and potato soup, and it’s my family’s new favorite weeknight meal that’s delicious and healthy.

Whole30 Potato Soup Recipe with Ham

This yummy Whole30 and paleo potato soup is chock full of vegetables and hearty ingredients. The base is made with blended potatoes and broth, and there are more cubed potatoes in the soup, as well as celery, carrots, onions, and ham. A little bit of coconut milk is added for that ultra smooth texture, and the flavors are so amazing! It’s an easy creamy ham and potato soup recipe that you’ll want to make over and over again.

pouring coconut milk in homemade creamy potato soup

Main Ingredients in this Recipe

This Whole30 ham and potato soup is a budget-friendly dish with simple ingredients:

  • Russet potatoes: Idaho potatoes will also work well for this dairy free ham and potato soup. Waxier potatoes like red potatoes and Yukon Gold are also great in a pinch, but russet and Idaho potatoes will yield a much creamier and thicker base. If you are strict paleo and avoid potatoes, then you can substitute with white sweet potatoes instead.
  • Bone broth: I always use bone broth in soups for their nutritional value (this is my favorite one), but a regular chicken broth will also work well for this Whole30 potato soup.
  • Onion
  • Celery
  • Carrots
  • Ham: If you are doing the Whole30 challenge, find a Whole30 compliant ham that’s free of sugar and nitrates. I list some of my favorite brands below.
  • Coconut milk: I recommend full-fat canned coconut milk for this homemade creamy potato soup. If you can’t have coconut, you can try a thicker dairy-free milk like cashew milk.
Whole30 potato soup with ham and veggies served in two bowls

Whole30 Compliant Ham Brands

It may seem difficult to find Whole30 compliant ham at the grocery store, but here are a few brands that I really like:

  • US Wellness Meats ham: You can get 10% off with my code: JEAN10
  • Pederson’s Farms Uncured No Sugar Boneless Ham Half
  • Sprout’s Farmers Market The Butcher Shop Uncured No Sugar Half Spiral Ham

Let me know if you know of any other brands with compliant ingredients! If you have trouble finding them for this homemade creamy potato soup, you can substitute with sugar-free and nitrate-free bacon, preferably thick-cut.

close up of homemade creamy potato soup in a bowl

How to Make Creamy Potato Soup with Ham

This recipe doesn’t require an Instant Pot or slow cooker, and it’s simple and quick enough to make on the stovetop! Here’s how to make creamy potato soup with ham:

  1. Make the base first: Combine half of the potatoes with broth and salt in a saucepan and simmer together for 10 minutes until the potatoes are fork tender. Blend together until smooth and set aside.
  2. Sauté veggies and ham: In a stockpot, sauté onion, celery, and carrots together for 5 minutes, then add the other half of the potatoes, garlic and ham. Cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Simmer everything together: Pour in the blended potato mixture, along with the spices. Simmer together for 10 minutes, until the potatoes are tender.
  4. Thicken with coconut milk and serve: Remove from heat, and add coconut milk. Stir together, and serve hot.

That’s it! Delicious and creamy paleo potato soup with meaty chunks of ham. The leftovers reheat well too!

If you enjoyed this creamy ham and potato soup recipe, you might also like…

  • Swedish Meatball Soup (Paleo, Whole30)
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  • Instant Pot Cabbage Soup with Ground Beef (Paleo, Whole30) – Stovetop Instructions Included!
  • Italian Sausage and Gnocchi Soup (Paleo, Gluten Free)
  • The BEST Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes (Paleo, Whole30) + Stove Top Option

Whole30 Ham and Potato Soup (Paleo, Dairy Free)

This flavorful Whole30 ham and potato soup is dairy free, but so creamy and comforting with clean, healthy ingredients. So easy and quick to make as well!
5 from 8 votes
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Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 336kcal

Ingredients

  • 6 cups diced russet potatoes about 1½ lb, divided (or use white sweet potatoes for strict paleo)
  • 4 cups bone broth or chicken broth
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt plus more to taste
  • 1 tbsp ghee or your favorite cooking oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 3 stalks celery chopped
  • 3 carrots diced
  • 2 cups ham cubed
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 tsp fresh thyme
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk

Instructions

  • Combine 3 cups of diced potatoes with broth and sea salt in a saucepan and heat over medium high heat. When it comes to a boil, lower the heat to simmer and cook for 10 minutes until the potatoes are fork tender.
  • Use an immersion blender or transfer to a blender, and blend until smooth. Set aside.
  • In a large stockpot, heat ghee over medium high heat. Add onion, celery, and carrots, and cook stirring for 5 minutes.
  • Add ham, garlic, and the remaining 3 cups of potatoes and cook stirring for 2 minutes.
  • Add the blended potato mixture, bay leaves, thyme, and black pepper. Let everything come to a boil, and reduce the heat to medium low to simmer. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
  • Turn off heat and stir in coconut milk. Taste to adjust seasoning, and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Whole30 Ham and Potato Soup (Paleo, Dairy Free)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 336 Calories from Fat 135
% Daily Value*
Fat 15g23%
Saturated Fat 8g50%
Cholesterol 35mg12%
Sodium 841mg37%
Potassium 931mg27%
Carbohydrates 33g11%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 20g40%
Vitamin A 5136IU103%
Vitamin C 13mg16%
Calcium 46mg5%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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By Jean Choi | December 17, 2020

Comments

  1. tina says

    December 21, 2020 at 8:22 pm

    5 stars
    What a perfect recipe for leftover ham! Love me a tasty soup!

    Reply
  2. Erin says

    December 22, 2020 at 10:27 am

    Oh, boy. How I wish I could eat pork! Ham soup is so comforting and this looks absolutely amazing. Love all the flavor!

    Reply
  3. Megan Stevens says

    December 24, 2020 at 7:17 am

    5 stars
    Wow, incredibly delicious. And gorgeous, tempting photos!! Love this comfort food soup!

    Reply
  4. Kelly says

    December 24, 2020 at 2:52 pm

    5 stars
    This soup is so delicious! The ham and potato make it so comforting!

    Reply
  5. Stacey Crawford says

    December 26, 2020 at 10:19 am

    5 stars
    This is the perfect soup to make for dinner tonight. It is cold wet & raining hard here. I was looking for comfort food & found this tasty soup recipe!

    Reply
  6. Donny says

    December 26, 2020 at 6:39 pm

    5 stars
    I love soups like this that are just full of good stuff. It’s the perfect way to use leftover ham!

    Reply
  7. jennifer says

    December 28, 2020 at 6:03 pm

    5 stars
    this looks sooo comforting, and I bet the coconut milk makes it AMAZING! I’ve put on my must-make list for the next time we have ham leftovers!

    Reply
  8. Mary says

    January 3, 2021 at 12:04 pm

    5 stars
    This was delicious and hearty!

    Reply
    • Jean Choi says

      January 4, 2021 at 9:16 am

      So glad you enjoyed!!

      Reply
  9. Kristen says

    January 4, 2022 at 9:12 am

    Hi! Is there a alternative to coconut milk that can be used?

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    • Jean Choi says

      January 10, 2022 at 11:50 am

      You can try a thicker dairy-free milk like cashew milk.

      Reply
  10. Kathy says

    December 21, 2022 at 5:32 pm

    5 stars
    This soup is SO warm, delicious, and homey. The memories of grandma are fond with potato soup and this Whole Foods/whole 30 version is phenomenal!

    Reply
    • Jean Choi says

      January 9, 2023 at 11:15 am

      Aw yay! Thank you for leaving a review!!

      Reply

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