Description
Jamie Oliver’s hearty carrot and celery soup blends rustic comfort with fresh garden flavors. Silky smooth vegetables simmer with aromatic herbs, creating a nourishing bowl that warms you from the inside out.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Vegetables:
- 5 medium carrots (280 g / 10 ounces), halved lengthwise and finely sliced
- 3 sticks celery, finely diced
- 1 onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Liquid:
- 4 cups (960 milliliters) vegetable stock
Cooking Fat:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the aromatics by finely dicing the onion and celery into uniform 1/4-inch (0.6 centimeters) cubes. Slice the carrots into consistent 1/2-inch (1.3 centimeters) rounds to ensure even cooking. Mince the garlic into tiny, fragrant pieces.
- Warm a large pot with 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) of olive oil over medium heat. Introduce the diced onions and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally until they become translucent and softened.
- Incorporate the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes, allowing the aromatics to release their essential oils without browning. Add the precisely cut carrots and celery to the pot.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and allow the vegetables to sweat and caramelize slightly for 4-5 minutes, developing deeper flavor profiles.
- Pour 4 cups (946 milliliters) of vegetable stock into the pot, ensuring the liquid covers the vegetables. Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer.
- Allow the soup to simmer uncovered for 6-8 minutes, or until the vegetables reach a tender yet slightly crisp consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Optional: Garnish with finely chopped fresh celery greens or parsley just before serving to add a burst of color and fresh herbaceous notes.
Notes
- Transform leftovers into a hearty meal by storing in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
- Customize texture by blending the soup into a silky smooth consistency.
- Elevate the dining experience with crusty bread or crunchy croutons.
- Swap vegetable stock with chicken stock for a delightful flavor twist.
- Unleash maximum taste potential through precise vegetable cutting and medium-high heat caramelization.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: UK
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 47 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 546 mg
- Fat: 2 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg