Introduction
It is widely accepted that the ideal warming cuisine on a chilly day is soup and what is better than a delicious and healthy celery and potato soup? This soup is guaranteed to become a family favourite because it requires so few ingredients and takes so little time to prepare. Enjoy the warm and comforting flavors of this soup while getting a healthy dose of nutrients.
Celery and potato soup by Scott Veg is licensed under (CC BY2.0)
Quick Highlights:
Main ingredients – Potatoes, celery, onion, garlic and heavy cream
Time – 50 mins {Preparation time – 20 – 25 mins, cooking time – 30 mins}; Servings – 5
Nutrients – Rich in protein, vitamin C, potassium, antioxidants and fibre
Ingredients
| Ingredients | Quantity |
| 1. Celery | 2 cups (chopped) |
| 2. Potatoes | 2 cups (diced) |
| 3. Onions | 1 cup (chopped) |
| 4. Garlic | 4 cloves |
| 5. Chicken or vegetable broth | 4 cups |
| 6. Olive oil | 1 tablespoon |
| 7. Butter | 1 tablespoon |
| 8. Dried thyme | 1 teaspoon |
| 9. Salt | Add to taste |
| 10. Black pepper | Add to taste |
| 11. Heavy cream | Half cup |
Preparation of the ingredients:
1. Peel and dice the potatoes
2. Finely chop celery and onion
3. Mince garlic
Preparing the soup
1. Heat the olive oil and butter. Then add the onions and garlic and dry heat them.
2. Add the celery and potatoes, and season with thyme, salt, and pepper. Dry heat for about 5 minutes.
3. Add the stock, either chicken or vegetable, and bring the dish to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 25-30 minutes.
4. Once the vegetables are tender, blend the soup to puree until smooth.
5. Return the soup to the pot and stir in the heavy cream. Heat the soup on low for a few minutes.
6. Pour the soup into dishes and offer it hot. You can garnish the soup with chopped celery leaves or croutons, if desired.
Variations on the recipe
1. Broccoli and zucchini can be added instead of celery.
2. The soup can also be topped up with scallions.
Nutritional Information:
One serving (1 cup) of celery and potato soup made according to this recipe contains approximately:
1. Calories: 190 kcal
2. Fat: 8g
3. Carbohydrates: 26g
4. Protein: 6g
5. Sodium: 140mg
6. Sugar: 4g
7. Fiber: 4g