Description
Asparagus and Pea Soup is a delightful, vibrant dish that combines fresh flavors for a creamy, comforting experience. Perfect as a starter or light main course, this versatile soup is quick to prepare and enhances any meal with its beautiful green hue. Packed with nutrients, itβs an excellent way to enjoy vegetables while impressing your friends and family with your culinary skills.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh asparagus, chopped
- 2 cups green peas (fresh or frozen)
- 4 cups vegetable stock
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. SautΓ© diced onion and minced garlic for 4-5 minutes until soft.
- Add chopped asparagus and peas; stir for about 3-4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
- Pour in the vegetable stock, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until veggies are tender.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or countertop blender.
- Return the blended soup to low heat, adding lemon juice along with salt and pepper to taste. Warm through before serving.
- Serve garnished with a drizzle of olive oil or crispy croutons.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg