Velvet Soup Garnished with Crabmeat

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Indulge in the luxurious elegance of Velvet Soup Garnished with Crabmeat, a creamy and velvety blend of leeks, celery root, and russet potatoes, pureed to silky perfection. This comforting soup is elevated with a splash of heavy cream and topped with tender, gently warmed lump crabmeat, adding a delicate touch of oceanic sweetness. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh chives, it’s the perfect marriage of richness and freshness. Ideal for a cozy dinner or an impressive starter, this 40-minute recipe is a celebration of refined simplicity. Serve it with crusty bread to complete this indulgent, restaurant-quality meal at home.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: 40 min
• Total Time: 1 hr
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 cups leeks (white and pale green parts only, sliced thin)
• 1 small yellow onion (chopped)
• 1 medium celery root (peeled and diced)
• 2 medium russet potatoes (peeled and diced)
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 8 ounces lump crabmeat (picked over for shells)
• 2 tablespoons fresh chives (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon white pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. Melt the butter in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.

2. Add the sliced leeks and chopped onion, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened, but not browned.

3. Stir in the diced celery root and potatoes, cooking for another 3-4 minutes.

4. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the vegetables are fork-tender.

5. Using an immersion blender (or working in batches with a countertop blender), puree the soup until completely smooth.

6. Return the soup to the pot if using a countertop blender, and stir in the heavy cream. Season with salt and white pepper to taste.

7. In a small skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and gently warm the lump crabmeat for 1-2 minutes, just until heated through. Set aside.

8. Ladle the soup into bowls, and garnish each serving with a generous spoonful of crabmeat.

9. Sprinkle the top with fresh chives before serving.

10. Serve warm with crusty bread or crackers on the side for a complete, hearty meal.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (696.4g)

Calories		635
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		35.5 g	46%
	Saturated Fat	18.8 g	94%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.7 g
Cholesterol		114 mg	38%
Sodium		1419 mg	62%
Total Carbohydrate		57.1 g	21%
	Dietary Fiber	8.4 g	30%
	Total Sugars	11.8 g
Protein		20.9 g	42%
Vitamin D		0.1 mcg	1%
Calcium		212 mg	16%
Iron		5.6 mg	31%
Potassium		1499 mg	32%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1278 cal (50.5%%)

Protein: 334 cal (13.2%%)

Carbs: 918 cal (36.3%%)