Cream of Celeriac Soup

Velvety, earthy, and packed with comforting flavors, this Cream of Celeriac Soup is the perfect way to showcase the nutty-sweet charm of celery root. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender celeriac, a touch of potato for added creaminess, and aromatic notes of sautéed onion and garlic, all blended into a luxuriously smooth texture with a splash of heavy cream. Simmered in savory vegetable stock, this soup has a balanced richness that’s perfect for chilly days or as an elegant starter for a dinner party. The optional garnish of fresh thyme and a drizzle of olive oil adds a vibrant finish, while the entire dish comes together in under an hour. Ideal for celeriac lovers and soup enthusiasts alike, this delicious, gluten-free recipe is sure to become a staple in your rotation.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium-sized (about 500g) celeriac (celery root)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium-sized, diced yellow onion
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 small, peeled and diced potato
• 4 cups vegetable stock
• 0.5 cups heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoon (freshly ground) black pepper
• 1 teaspoon (optional, for garnish) fresh thyme
• 1 tablespoon (optional, for drizzling) olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Peel the celeriac and dice it into approximately 1-inch cubes. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, being careful not to burn it.

Step 4

Add the diced celeriac and potato to the pot. Stir to coat the vegetables in the butter and cook for 3 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the celeriac and potato are tender.

Step 6

Remove the pot from the heat and use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup to a blender in batches, blending until creamy.

Step 7

Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 8

Return the pot to low heat and warm the soup through, being careful not to let it boil.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with fresh thyme and a drizzle of olive oil, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1801.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1452.4

Total Fat 91.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.2g
Cholesterol 184.4mg	0%
Sodium 5279.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 133.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.8g	0%
Total Sugars 28.0g
Protein 27.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 397.2mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 3689.8mg	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: 56.1%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 36.4%