Lucia's Rice Celery Potato Soup

Warm, hearty, and brimming with comfort, Lucia's Rice Celery Potato Soup is the perfect blend of simple ingredients and rich flavors. This creamy soup combines tender bites of russet potatoes, wholesome long-grain white rice, and the earthy essence of celery, all simmered in a savory vegetable broth seasoned with thyme and a hint of garlic. A splash of heavy cream and a touch of blending create a velvety texture while still leaving satisfying chunks. Ready in under an hour, this one-pot wonder is ideal for cozy family dinners or meal prepping for the week. Garnish with fresh parsley for a bright, herbaceous finish that elevates this comforting classic. Perfect for those seeking easy celery soup recipes or hearty potato recipes, this bowl of goodness will quickly become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 4 stalks celery stalks, sliced
• 3 medium russet potatoes, diced
• 0.5 cup long-grain white rice
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 whole bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the sliced celery and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Add the diced potatoes, rice, vegetable broth, dried thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the pot.

Step 6

Stir well, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes and rice are tender.

Step 7

Remove and discard the bay leaf.

Step 8

Using an immersion blender, blend the soup slightly to achieve a creamy texture while leaving some chunks for heartiness. (Alternatively, transfer half the soup to a blender and blend, then return it to the pot.)

Step 9

Stir in the heavy cream and heat on low for 5 minutes, without boiling.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 11

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2817.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2358.4

Total Fat 121.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 55.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.9g
Cholesterol 240mg	0%
Sodium 5960.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 265.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.1g	0%
Total Sugars 33.6g
Protein 46.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 443.3mg	0%
Iron 15.8mg	0%
Potassium 6374.2mg	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: 46.8%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 45.4%