Vegan Creamy Celery Soup

INGREDIENTS

  • 1/4 cup butter (non-vegan) OR 2 Tbsp Olive Oil or 1/2 cup water for water saute*

  • 1 large head of celery (about 5 – 6 cups), thinly sliced with leaves

  • 1 medium onion or leek, diced

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 lb. potatoes (waxy white or Yukon gold), diced into 1/4 – 1/2 inch cubes

  • 4 cups vegetable broth or water (or combo)

  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped

  • 1/2 cup parsley, chopped

  • pinch of red pepper flakes

  • mineral salt & pepper to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

Saute: Heat butter/oil/water over medium heat, add the celery, leek/onion, potatoes and generous pinch of salt, saute for 8 – 10 minutes stirring frequently.

Simmer: Add the liquids, bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium low and cook at a gentle boil for 10 minutes, or until potatoes are just fork tender.

Add herbs: Remove from heat, add the dill and parsley, give a good stir. Enjoy as is or continue to next step.

Puree: Puree the soup using an immersion blender or transfer the soup to a blender and blend until creamy.

Serve warm or chilled topped with a few chopped celery leaves and parsley.

Recipe from simple-veganista