Pureed Broccoli and Celery Soup Recipe

Name: Pureed Broccoli and Celery Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; 4 stalks celery, diced; 2 to 4 garlic cloves, to taste, minced; 2 pounds broccoli, mostly crowns, chopped; stems, if using, peeled and diced; 6 ounces potatoes, peeled and diced, or 1/2 cup medium grain rice; 2 quarts water or vegetable stock; A bouquet garni made with a bay leaf, a Parmesan rind, and a couple of sprigs each thyme and parsley; Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste; 1 1/2 ounces spinach leaves or baby spinach (1 cup, tightly packed); 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley, tarragon, chives, for garnish; A drizzle of olive oil; a swirl of creme fraiche or plain yogurt; a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
4 stalks celery, diced
2 to 4 garlic cloves, to taste, minced
2 pounds broccoli, mostly crowns, chopped; stems, if using, peeled and diced
6 ounces potatoes, peeled and diced, or 1/2 cup medium grain rice
2 quarts water or vegetable stock
A bouquet garni made with a bay leaf, a Parmesan rind, and a couple of sprigs each thyme and parsley
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 1/2 ounces spinach leaves or baby spinach (1 cup, tightly packed)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley, tarragon, chives, for garnish
A drizzle of olive oil
a swirl of creme fraiche or plain yogurt
a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan

1
Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large, heavy soup pot or Dutch oven and add the onion and celery.
2
Cook, stirring, until tender, about 5 to 8 minutes.
3
Do not allow these ingredients to brown.
4
Add a generous pinch of salt to prevent this from happening (the salt draws out liquid from the vegetables).
5
Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until the garlic smells fragrant, 30 seconds to 1 minute.
6
Add the broccoli, potatoes or rice, water or stock, bouquet garni, and salt, and bring to a boil.
7
Reduce the heat, cover and simmer 30 minutes.
8
Remove the bouquet garni.
9
Stir in the spinach and let sit for a minute off the heat.
10
Add freshly ground pepper, taste and adjust salt.
11
Using a hand blender, or in batches in a regular blender, puree the soup.
12
If using a regular blender fill only half way and cover the top with a towel pulled down tight, rather than airtight with the lid, because hot soup will jump and push the top off if the blender is closed airtight.
13
Return to the pot and heat through, stirring.
14
Adjust seasoning to taste with salt and pepper.
15
Serve, topping each bowl with a sprinkle of chopped herbs and with other garnishes of your choice.

250

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 1 medium onion, chopped, 4 stalks celery, diced, 2 to 4 garlic cloves, to taste, minced, and more.

Yes, Pureed Broccoli and Celery Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pureed Broccoli and Celery Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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