Carrot Onion and Celery Soup by Me
Warm up with a comforting bowl of Carrot Onion and Celery Soup by Me, a wholesome recipe that highlights the natural sweetness of vegetables, blended with aromatic herbs. This simple yet flavorful soup features a medley of diced carrots, celery, and onion sautéed in olive oil, then simmered to perfection in a seasoned vegetable broth with hints of garlic, thyme, and a touch of black pepper. Ready in just 40 minutes, this hearty, one-pot dish is perfect for busy weeknights or as a light starter. Customize the texture to your liking—blend it for a creamy consistency or enjoy it chunky for a rustic feel—and top it with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness. Packed with nutritious ingredients and easy to prepare, this classic veggie soup is a must-have in your healthy recipe repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 medium carrots, peeled and diced
- 3 medium celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 leaf bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons optional fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the diced carrots and celery, cooking for another 5 minutes until slightly softened.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, being careful not to let it burn.
Pour in the vegetable broth and add the bay leaf, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
Remove the bay leaf from the pot and taste the soup, adjusting seasoning as needed.
Optional: Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup for a creamier consistency, or leave it chunky if preferred.
Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley if using, and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
192 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.0 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.4 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1101 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.5 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.6 g | ||
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 78 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 711 mg | 15% | |
*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.
