Celeriac Soup
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Imagine a silky, low-carb, one-pot soup that’s uber creamy, rich, and delicious. That would be this yummy celeriac soup. Made with simple ingredients, including fresh herbs, goat cheese, celeriac, and chicken or vegetable stock, this soup is as easy as it gets. Plus, you can easily leave out the goat cheese or swap it with a dairy-free alternative for a vegan-friendly version.
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What is Celeriac?
Celeriac are root vegetables that are also known as celery root. It’s in the same family as celery and even has greens that look similar to regular celery. This vegetable has a similar consistency to potatoes, though it’s a bit more fibrous. It adds a deliciously nutty, earthy, celery-like taste to recipes like this celeriac soup.
Health benefits
This versatile root vegetable has many potential health benefits, as it’s packed with fibre, vitamin C, potassium, minerals, antioxidants, and other nutrients. These nutrients can aid with items such as heart health, stronger bones, and improved digestion.
What to look for in the grocery
Selecting celeriac for a celeriac soup recipe is an important step, as it’s the main ingredient in this dish. Avoid any celeriac with soft spots or is too large (bigger than a grapefruit). For the best flavour, look for celeriac that is firm and about the size of an apple. It should also be smooth and light brown on the outside.
How To Cut/prep
There are a few steps to take when preparing celeriac for creamy celeriac soup. First, wash the outside to remove debris/dirt. Then, cut the vegetable’s top and bottom off and cut it in half. Peel the skin off the celeriac before cubing it.
How to cook
The best part about this nutrient-dense veg is that you can turn it into quite a few dishes! You can make it any way that you normally would a potato. Turn it into mashed celeriac, soup, stews, curries, and more. For this recipe, I recommend simmering it until it softens.
Love a warming soup? Try these yummy recipes ; Tomato & Lentil Soup, Creamy Parsnip Soup and Easy Carrot and Coriander Soup
Why you’ll love this recipe
Simple ingredients – You’ll only need six ingredients for this celeriac soup (not including the pantry essentials).
Easy to make – With a few easy-to-follow steps, you’ll have this celeriac soup recipe UK whipped up in no time.
Flavourful – Fresh herbs, goat cheese, and aromatics help create a delicious soup for cosy nights in.
Nutritious – As mentioned, celeriac root comes with a ton of nutrients, which makes this a yummy, healthy recipe!
Vegan-friendly – Simply swap out the goat cheese for a non-dairy version (or leave it out entirely) to make vegan celeriac soup.
Creamy – Blending this recipe for celeriac soup helps create a creamy, velvety, smooth dish.
Here are some other tasty, vegetable soup recipes for you to try: Courgette Soup, Creamy Broccoli and Cauliflower Soup and Roasted Vegetable Soup
Ingredients
Celeriac – Be sure to use the tips above when selecting celeriac at the store since it’s the main ingredient in this celeriac soup. If you want a heartier recipe, you can use cubed/peeled potatoes instead.
Fresh Thyme – This ingredient adds a delicious flavour to the soup. If you prefer, you can use other fresh herbs instead like rosemary or dill. Remember to remove the herbs before blending.
Goat Cheese – For a tangy, cheesy flavour, be sure to add goat cheese to the recipe after pulling the soup from the stove. Other cheeses, like cream cheese, feta, and cheddar, will also work well in vegetarian celeriac recipes. If you like Goat’s cheese, try my Goats Cheese Tart with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes
Variations/ Adaptations
Here are a few ways to add your own spin to this tasty celeriac soup! If you’re craving a more comforting recipe, consider adding heavy cream or sour cream to the soup after blending. This will create a more decadent dish. You can also add other herbs and spices to customize the flavour. Fresh and dried herbs, such as bay leaves, parsley, cumin, etc., work well with this soup.
You can also turn this soup into a seasonal recipe by adding other veg, like leeks, parsnip, carrot, or cauliflower. Be sure to wash and chop the veggies before adding them to the pot with celeriac and stock. For a bolder celeriac flavour, roast it for 30 minutes at 425F before tossing it into the pot.
Create a sweeter soup by including an apple (without peel). Or, toss in roasted chestnuts to accentuate the nutty flavour of celeriac root. Finally, add this soup to the group of vegan celeriac recipes by using cashew cheese and vegetable broth instead of chicken broth/goat cheese.
Here are some delicious main dish recipes, which would pair well ; Honey and Soy Prawn Salad, Baked Chicken and Cauliflower and Best Chicken Meal Prep
How to Make Celeriac Soup
Preheat your grill to 400°F (200°C).
- Start by adding the onion and half of the olive oil into a large saucepan over a medium heat. Season generously with salt and pepper and saute for 5 minutes (Image 1).
- Meanwhile, peel and slice your celeriac into large chunks (apologies for the workout here!) (Image 2).
3. Once the onion is translucent, add the garlic to fry for a minute before adding the celeriac and stock (Image 3).
4. Reduce the heat to a medium/low and cover with a lid. Cook for 20 minutes, or until the celeriac is soft and fork tender. Add the fresh thyme for the last 5 minutes of the timer (Image 4).
5. During this time, coat the bread chunks in the remaining oil (1 tbsp) and season with salt and pepper. Distribute evenly across a baking tray (Image 5).
6. Pop in the oven for 8-10 minutes, or until golden and crispy (Image 6).
7. When the celeriac is ready, kill the heat and add the goats cheese (Image 7).
8. Remove the thyme sprigs and blend until smooth. Taste to adjust the seasoning as necessary, then serve up and enjoy with some crispy breadcrumbs on top (Image 8).
Need inspiration for some delicious main dish recipes? Try my; Sausage and Fennel Pasta, Perfect Pan Fried Cod Recipe and Salmon Tray bake with Asparagus
Tips for the best result
Roast the celeriac root
While it’s unnecessary to roast the celeriac root for this recipe, I recommend doing so if you have extra time. This extra step will create a depth of flavour in the celeriac soup. Once you chop the celeriac into cubes, add it to a baking tray with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast it for about 30 minutes at 425°F/220°C. Then, add it to the pot with stock. This step will cut down on the time it takes to simmer, as the celeriac will already be softened.
Pick the right celeriac at the store
Use the above tips to pick a good celeriac. Remember to select one that’s about the size of a large grapefruit. Otherwise, you’ll end up with a soup that tastes too woody.
Use an immersion blender/hand blender
Instead of pouring the hot soup into a blender, which has the potential to splash back on you, use a hand blender to get a creamy consistency. Allow the soup to cool slightly (about five minutes) before blending to avoid any overly hot soup splashes.
What to serve with Celeriac Soup
For this recipe, I’ve included crispy breadcrumbs to offer a delicious crunchy texture to the dish. You can also add fresh crusty bread to the side, so you and your family can swipe up all the celeriac soup. This recipe is also great with a fresh salad, roasted veg, cold or warm sandwich, or even potato salad.
If you are short of time, serve one of these easy, airfryer recipes with the soup ; Frozen Burgers in the Air Fryer, Frozen Chicken Thighs in Air Fryer and Vegetarian Burrito Bowl
Freeze, Reheat, Storage Tips
This celeriac soup does well in the fridge and freezer. Simply allow it to cool fully, then pack it into an airtight container. It will stay good in the fridge for up to five days and up to two months in the freezer. If you plan on freezing leftovers, I recommend putting the soup in an airtight bag and freezing it flat, as it will take up less space in the freezer. For easier reheating (or meal prep), pack the leftover soup into multiple containers.
Allow the celery root soup to defrost overnight in the fridge (if frozen). Then, reheat on the stove on medium-low heat, stirring consistently. You can reheat this soup in the microwave if needed, but you’ll likely see separation, especially if you add in heavy cream.
FAQs
This yummy root veg has a slightly sweet flavour. It’s also nutty, earthy, and has a celery-like taste.
Celeriac is not the same as celery, though it is in the celery family. It’s actually the bulb of a celery plant, but a different variety than what is typically used in recipes.
Besides making celeriac soup/delicious soup recipes, you can also make stir-fries, chips, fresh salads, roast celeriac, etc.
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Celeriac Soup
Ingredients
- 1 onion, diced (£0.15)
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced (£0.39)
- 1.2 kg large celeriac, peeled and slices into chunks (£1.70)
- 6 sprigs fresh thyme (£0.50)
- 125 g goats cheese (£2.40)
- 4 slices of wholemeal bread, sliced into small chunks (£0.45/4)=(£0.15)
Cupboard Essentials
- 1.5 litres vegetable or chicken
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & Pepper
Method
Preheat your grill to 400° (200°C).
- Start by adding the onion and half of the olive oil into a large saucepan over a medium heat. Season generously with salt and pepper and saute for 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, peel and slice your celeriac into large chunks (apologies for the workout here!).
- Once the onion is translucent, add the garlic to fry for a minute before adding the celeriac and stock. Reduce the heat to a medium/low and cover with a lid. Cook for 20 minutes, or until the celeriac is soft and fork tender. Add the fresh thyme for the last 5 minutes of the timer.
- During this time, coat the bread chunks in the remaining oil (1 tbsp) and season with salt and pepper. Distribute evenly across a baking tray and pop in the oven for 8-10 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
- When the celeriac is ready, kill the heat and add the goats cheese. Remove the thyme sprigs and blend until smooth. Taste to adjust the seasoning as necessary, then serve up and enjoy with some crispy breadcrumbs on top.
Notes
- Roast celeriac for enhanced flavour: Cube, toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper, roast at 425°F/220°C for 30 mins, then add to stock.
- Choose the right celeriac size: Opt for one similar to a large grapefruit in size to prevent a woody taste in the soup.
- Blend with an immersion blender: Safely achieve a creamy consistency by blending slightly cooled soup directly in the pot.
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