Hearty Clam and Potato Soup with Celery and Parsley
A classic New England-inspired soup made with fresh clams, potatoes, and aromatic vegetables—simmered to create a rich, flavorful broth. This american-inspired whole30 ready in about 40 minutes pairs olive oil, diced yellow onion, stalks, diced celery for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 240 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1, diced yellow onion
- 2 stalks, diced celery
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 medium, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes potatoes
- 1 can (6 oz), drained (reserve juice) clams
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and celery, cooking for 5-7 minutes until softened and translucent, stirring occasionally.
- Step 2: Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add diced potatoes and cook for 2 minutes to coat in oil.
- Step 3: Pour reserved clam juice and chicken broth into pot. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Step 4: Stir in drained clams and simmer for 5 minutes to heat through. Remove from heat and stir in fresh parsley.
- Step 5: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot with extra parsley.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Hearty Clam and Potato Soup with Celery and Parsley take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Hearty Clam and Potato Soup with Celery and Parsley?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Hearty Clam and Potato Soup with Celery and Parsley?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Hearty Clam and Potato Soup with Celery and Parsley for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Hearty Clam and Potato Soup with Celery and Parsley?
American whole30 like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The aroma while cooking this was absolutely heavenly.
- ★★★★★
Restaurant quality! Can't believe how easy this was.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
