Creamy Asparagus Soup
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of creamy asparagus soup, a delightful dish that combines fresh ingredients into a comforting bowl of goodness. With its vibrant green hue and rich texture, this soup is perfect for both casual lunches and elegant dinner parties. In just under 30 minutes, you can create a deliciously smooth and creamy soup that will leave your taste buds craving more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sauteing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and chopped
- 1 medium sweet onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the diced onions and minced garlic until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add the chopped asparagus to the pot and stir for about 5 minutes until bright green.
- Pour in the vegetable broth, covering the vegetables completely. Simmer until the asparagus is tender (10-12 minutes).
- Using an immersion blender or standing blender, puree the soup until silky smooth.
- Return to heat, stir in heavy cream, and season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot in bowls garnished with fresh herbs or an extra squeeze of lemon.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg