Soupe de céleri

Soupe de céleri is a light and flavorful French celery soup that highlights the natural sweetness of fresh celery paired with aromatic herbs. This comforting dish is perfect as a starter or light meal, showcasing simple yet elegant French cooking techniques.

Ingredients

• Celery - 300 grams, chopped
• Onion - 100 grams, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Potato - 150 grams, peeled and diced
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Thyme - 1 teaspoon, dried
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the chopped celery and potato, cooking for another 5 minutes until slightly softened.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth and add the dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
6. Use an immersion blender to purée the soup until smooth, or transfer to a blender in batches.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals, particularly vitamins K and C.
• Low in calories, making it a great option for weight management.

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