Carrot, Celeriac and Chilli Soup (Printable)

Vibrant soup with carrots, celeriac, and chilli in a warming, spiced broth. Vegan and gut-friendly comfort.

# What you need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 lb 2 oz carrots, peeled and diced
02 - 10.6 oz celeriac, peeled and diced
03 - 1 medium onion, chopped
04 - 2 garlic cloves, minced

→ Spices & Aromatics

05 - 1 red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1 teaspoon ground coriander
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
09 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

→ Liquids

10 - 33.8 fl oz vegetable stock, gluten-free
11 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
12 - 1/2 lemon, juiced

→ Seasoning & Garnish

13 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
14 - Fresh coriander or parsley, chopped, optional
15 - Coconut yogurt or dairy-free swirl, optional

# Directions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until softened.
02 - Stir in red chilli and all spices. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add carrots and celeriac, stir to coat evenly with spices.
04 - Pour in vegetable stock, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes until vegetables are very tender.
05 - Remove from heat. Blend soup using an immersion blender until smooth and creamy, or blend in batches using a countertop blender.
06 - Stir in lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
07 - Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs and a swirl of coconut yogurt if desired.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • It warms you from the inside out without feeling rich or heavy, perfect for when you want clean comfort food.
  • The gentle spice level wakes up your taste buds without overwhelming them, making it satisfying for everyone at the table.
  • It comes together in under an hour with simple ingredients you probably already have on hand.
  • The natural sweetness of carrots balances the earthy celeriac beautifully, creating a flavor that feels more complex than the effort suggests.
02 -
  • Do not skip blooming the spices in oil before adding the liquid, this step unlocks their full flavor and makes the soup taste more complex.
  • Blend the soup longer than you think you need to, the difference between almost smooth and completely silky is an extra 30 seconds of blending.
  • Add the lemon juice after blending, not before, so the acidity stays bright and does not cook off.
  • If the soup is too thick after blending, thin it with a splash of stock or water until it reaches the consistency you prefer.
03 -
  • Use a high-quality vegetable stock or make your own, the soup is simple enough that the stock flavor really comes through and makes a noticeable difference.
  • Cut the carrots and celeriac into similar-sized pieces so they cook evenly and you do not end up with some chunks still firm while others are mush.
  • Let the soup rest for five minutes after blending before serving, the texture settles and the flavors come together even more beautifully.
  • If serving to guests, reserve a pinch of the spice mix to sprinkle on top along with the herbs for a professional touch that smells amazing.
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