Creamy Asparagus Soup
Creamy Asparagus Soup is a delightful blend of fresh asparagus, aromatic garlic, and rich cream that creates a comforting bowl of goodness. This velvety soup is perfect for any season, transforming simple ingredients into a gourmet dish with minimal effort. Whether you’re warming up on a chilly night or impressing guests at a dinner party, this easy recipe will leave everyone craving more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Southing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prep the asparagus by washing and chopping it into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the chopped asparagus and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until asparagus is tender.
- Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or in batches with a regular blender.
- Return the soup to low heat; stir in heavy cream, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra asparagus tips or cream if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using homemade vegetable broth. Feel free to substitute asparagus with broccoli or spinach for variation. A sprinkle of lemon zest can enhance freshness.