Roasted Celery and Potato Soup Recipe
This Roasted Celery and Potato Soup is a comforting and creamy blend of roasted celery, Yukon gold potatoes, and aromatic herbs. Perfect for a cozy meal, it features a rich texture enhanced by optional heavy cream and topped with fresh chives or parsley for a burst of color and flavor.
- Author: Nora
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting and Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Vegetables
- 1 pound celery, trimmed and chopped
- 1 pound Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Other Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ½ cup heavy cream (optional, for extra richness)
Garnish
- Chopped chives or parsley
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for roasting the vegetables.
- Roast Vegetables: Arrange the chopped celery and cubed potatoes on a baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and season with salt and black pepper. Roast for 25–30 minutes, turning halfway through, until the vegetables are golden brown and tender.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Then add the minced garlic and dried thyme, cooking for an additional minute to release their flavors.
- Add Roasted Vegetables and Broth: Transfer the roasted celery and potatoes into the pot with the aromatics. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Blend Soup: Use an immersion blender directly in the pot or carefully transfer the soup in batches to a blender. Blend until smooth and creamy to achieve the perfect texture.
- Finish Soup: Stir in the heavy cream if you want extra richness. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped chives or parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a vegan version, omit the heavy cream or substitute with a plant-based alternative like coconut cream or cashew cream.
- Use an immersion blender for ease, but be careful when blending hot liquids to avoid splashes.
- If Yukon gold potatoes are unavailable, you can use russet potatoes, though the texture may be slightly different.
- This soup pairs well with crusty bread for a filling meal.
- Adjust the thickness by adding more or less vegetable broth according to preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
Keywords: roasted celery soup, potato soup, creamy vegetable soup, vegetarian soup, comforting soup