Warm and Nourishing Spinach Soup
Experience the comforting embrace of warm spinach soup, bursting with fresh flavors and a creamy texture, perfect for chilly days or cozy evenings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing/Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh spinach, washed and chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, warm olive oil. Add diced onion and minced garlic, stirring until soft and fragrant (about 5 minutes).
- Add Spinach: Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted (approximately 2 minutes).
- Pour in Broth: Carefully add vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for about 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Blend Until Smooth: Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until silky smooth. If using a regular blender, blend in batches.
- Finish with Cream: Return the blended soup to low heat and stir in heavy cream. Warm through without boiling for about 3 minutes; season with salt and pepper.
- Serve It Up: Ladle into bowls and garnish as desired with crunchy croutons or a sprinkle of cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg