Description
This delicious carrot and celery soup is a healthy and comforting delight, perfect for nourishing your body with fresh vegetables and wholesome flavors. Made with simple ingredients like carrots, celery, onion, and garlic, enhanced by vegetable broth and olive oil, this soup is easy to prepare and full of vibrant taste. Pureed to a smooth texture and garnished with fresh parsley, it’s an ideal choice for a light lunch or cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 4 large carrots, chopped
- 4 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids and Oil
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
- Sauté aromatics: Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté until onions become translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Cook vegetables: Add the chopped carrots and celery to the pot and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to soften the vegetables and develop flavors.
- Add broth and boil: Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
- Simmer soup: Reduce heat to low and let the soup simmer gently for 20 to 25 minutes until the carrots and celery are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Puree soup: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup in the pot until smooth and creamy; be careful to avoid splattering.
- Season: Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper to your preference, stirring well to combine.
- Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley before serving to add a pop of color and fresh flavor.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, add a splash of coconut milk or cream after pureeing.
- You can substitute vegetable broth with chicken broth if not vegan.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste; add a pinch of cayenne or smoked paprika for extra warmth.
- Soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave before serving.
