Warm and Nourishing Spinach Soup
Experience the ultimate comfort with this Warm and Nourishing Spinach Soup. Each bowl is brimming with vibrant spinach, aromatic garlic, and a creamy texture that warms your heart and soul. Perfect for cozy evenings or a quick pick-me-up, this easy-to-make soup promises to deliver rich flavors and essential nutrients in every delightful spoonful.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup diced potatoes (about 1 medium potato)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- ½ cup heavy cream (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of half a lemon (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Stir in the diced potatoes and pour in the vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender, approximately 10 minutes.
- Add the fresh spinach and let it wilt for about 3-4 minutes while stirring occasionally.
- Blend the soup using an immersion blender until smooth. If using a regular blender, allow it to cool slightly before blending in batches.
- Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice if desired. For creaminess, stir in heavy cream before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg