Celery Vichyssoise
Cool, creamy, and irresistibly refreshing, Celery Vichyssoise is the ultimate chilled soup for warm days. This elegant twist on the classic French dish combines the delicate flavors of tender leeks, crisp celery, and buttery Yukon Gold potatoes, blended to a velvety smoothness and enriched with heavy cream for a luxurious texture. The soup is simmered to perfection, then chilled to allow the flavors to meld, resulting in a light yet indulgent dish. A sprinkle of fresh chives adds a burst of vibrant color and a subtle oniony kick. Perfect as a sophisticated appetizer or a light lunch, this cold celery soup offers a unique and refreshing way to enjoy seasonal produce. Quick to prepare but endlessly impressive, it’s the perfect addition to your summer recipe rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 cups Leeks (white and light green parts only, sliced thinly)
- 2 cups Celery (chopped)
- 2 cups Yukon Gold potatoes (peeled and diced)
- 4 cups Vegetable or chicken stock
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons White pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the sliced leeks and chopped celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened but not browned.
Stir in the diced potatoes and pour in the stock. Raise the heat to bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Remove the pot from heat and let the soup cool slightly for about 10 minutes.
Using an immersion blender (or a standard blender in batches), puree the soup until smooth. Return the soup to the pot if using a standard blender.
Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and white pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Transfer the soup to a bowl or container and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until cold.
Ladle the chilled soup into bowls, garnish with chopped chives, and serve cold.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1685 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.0 g | 137% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.6 g | 308% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 306 mg | 102% | |
| Sodium | 6352 mg | 276% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 146.7 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.2 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.2 g | ||
| Protein | 23.3 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 426 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 3606 mg | 77% | |
*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.
