Watercress & celeriac soup with goat's cheese croutons

Vegetarian
Health score
14%
Watercress & celeriac soup with goat's cheese croutons
55 min.
6
305kcal

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Warm up your day with a deliciously inviting bowl of Watercress & Celeriac Soup, elevated by luscious goat's cheese croutons. This vegetarian delight combines the earthiness of celeriac and the vibrant, peppery notes of watercress, creating a beautifully balanced flavor profile that is comforting yet sophisticated. Whether enjoyed as a starter, a snack, or a light antipasto dish, this soup is perfect for any occasion.

The process begins with gently cooking leeks in butter and olive oil, infusing a rich aroma that sets the stage for the creamy base of the soup. Once the celeriac joins the mix, the flavors meld magically as it simmers to tenderness. Blending in the fresh watercress not only adds a burst of green goodness but also transforms the soup into a velvety finish that is both nourishing and satisfying.

What truly makes this soup a standout is the addition of goat's cheese croutons. Simple toasted baguette slices topped with soft vegetarian goat's cheese provide a delightful contrast in texture and flavor. Garnished with a sprig of watercress, each bowl is a feast for the eyes as well as the palate. Ideal for sharing with friends or family, this recipe is sure to impress while being easy enough for any home cook to master. Enjoy a taste of springtime any time of year with this beautifully crafted soup!

Ingredients

  •  leek washed and sliced
  • 50 butter 
  • tbsp olive oil 
  •  celery root diced peeled
  • 1.5 vegetable stock 
  • 200 watercress 
  • slices crusty baguette toasted
  • 100 goat cheese soft
  • sprigs watercress 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Gently cook the leeks in the butter and olive oil until soft but not coloured.
  2. Add the celeriac and stock, bring to the boil and simmer until the celeriac is soft.
  3. Add the bags of watercress and blend until smooth, then season. Cool. Will freeze for up to 3 months.
  4. To serve, defrost the soup in the fridge overnight, then tip into a saucepan and reheat. Top each toasted baguette slice with some goats cheese, then add a slice to each bowl with a sprig of watercress.

Nutrition Facts

Calories305kcal
Protein12.11%
Fat40.2%
Carbs47.69%

Properties

Glycemic Index
49.63
Glycemic Load
17.24
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
21.373043524182%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
2.62mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
9.55mg
Myricetin
0.2mg
Quercetin
10.62mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:305.17kcal
15.26%
Fat:14.02g
21.56%
Saturated Fat:7.33g
45.8%
Carbohydrates:37.41g
12.47%
Net Carbohydrates:33.55g
12.2%
Sugar:7.88g
8.76%
Cholesterol:25.58mg
8.53%
Sodium:1440.39mg
62.63%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.5g
19.01%
Vitamin K:162.01µg
154.29%
Vitamin A:3001.98IU
60.04%
Vitamin C:30.66mg
37.16%
Manganese:0.71mg
35.3%
Phosphorus:241.17mg
24.12%
Vitamin B6:0.44mg
21.84%
Folate:86.24µg
21.56%
Vitamin B1:0.32mg
21.28%
Iron:3.51mg
19.49%
Calcium:182.05mg
18.2%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
17.25%
Potassium:591.96mg
16.91%
Copper:0.33mg
16.72%
Fiber:3.86g
15.45%
Magnesium:56.7mg
14.17%
Vitamin B3:2.59mg
12.96%
Vitamin E:1.93mg
12.89%
Selenium:7.72µg
11.02%
Vitamin B5:0.82mg
8.15%
Zinc:0.88mg
5.87%