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Carrot Celery Soup: 10-Minute Prep Delight

Carrot Celery Soup
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This Carrot and Celery Soup is a light, nutritious, and flavorful vegetarian dish. Made with carrots, celery, and onions, it creates a brothy soup that’s wholesome and comforting. Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or as a cozy starter, this recipe is budget-friendly, quick, and packed with vitamins and minerals.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 4 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 6 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth if not vegetarian)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Optional add-ins: diced potatoes, cooked lentils or beans, leafy greens like spinach or kale
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep vegetables: Wash, peel, and chop the carrots, celery, and onion. Mince the garlic.
  2. Sauté base: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5–7 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  3. Simmer soup: Pour in vegetable broth. Add bay leaf, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  4. Finish and serve: Remove the bay leaf. Adjust seasoning to taste. Garnish with parsley or fresh herbs and serve hot.

Notes

  • Roast carrots and celery before adding for deeper flavor.
  • Add a splash of lemon juice at the end for brightness.
  • For a creamy variation, blend part of the soup.
  • Add chickpeas, lentils, or quinoa for extra protein.
  • Top with fresh herbs or Parmesan (if not vegan) for extra flavor.

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