Celery Vegetable Soup

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Celery Vegetable Soup, a wholesome, flavor-packed dish that's as nourishing as it is satisfying. Brimming with fresh, hearty ingredients like tender celery, sweet carrots, creamy potatoes, and a fragrant medley of garlic, thyme, and parsley, this soup strikes the perfect balance between simplicity and depth of flavor. A base of rich vegetable broth ties everything together, while a splash of optional lemon juice adds a bright, zesty finish. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pot recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep. Serve it with crusty bread for a cozy, plant-based meal that’s naturally gluten-free, low-calorie, and brimming with vitamins. Perfect for anyone seeking a healthy, comforting dinner idea!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium (diced) yellow onion
• 2 medium (peeled and diced) carrots
• 6 medium (sliced) celery stalks
• 3 cloves (minced) garlic
• 2 medium (peeled and diced) potatoes
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 piece bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) black pepper
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon (optional, for brightness) lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the carrots and celery, and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the diced potatoes, vegetable broth, bay leaf, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Once the soup is boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and let it cook for 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaf and use an immersion blender (optional) to blend the soup partially, leaving some chunks for texture. Alternatively, you can transfer a portion of the soup to a blender, pulse it, and then return it to the pot.

Step 8

Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 9

Stir in the fresh parsley and a splash of lemon juice (if using) for added freshness.

Step 10

Serve hot with crusty bread or a side salad, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3534.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1509.1

Total Fat 44.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6994.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 242.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 55.3g	0%
Total Sugars 62.7g
Protein 48.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 933.9mg	0%
Iron 16.0mg	0%
Potassium 9086.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.5%

Protein: 12.4%

Carbs: 62.1%