Earthy, creamy, and delicious!
Asparagus Soup
Description
Tender asparagus is blended into a velvety, flavorful soup with a delicate balance of savory herbs and seasonings, creating a bowl that feels both elegant and wonderfully satisfying.
Light enough for spring yet cozy enough for cooler days, this soup is perfect as a starter, a light lunch, or paired with crusty bread for a simple, nourishing meal. Every spoonful is rich, creamy, and packed with fresh asparagus flavor, making it a delicious way to celebrate one of the season’s most beloved vegetables.
Simple, wholesome, and beautifully vibrant, this is comfort food with a fresh twist.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Rinse the asparagus under cool water and pat dry with a clean towel. Then, remove the tough ends and cut the remainder into 1 to 2-inch pieces.
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Cut the leek into slices, white and light green parts only. Place the sliced leeks into a medium bowl of cold water to rinse any dirt or debris from within.
Strain off the water and lay the leeks on paper towels to remove the excess water.
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Mince the garlic.
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Finely chop the basil.
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Heat the butter in a Dutch oven or large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the leeks and cook, continually stirring, until soft, about 3 to 4 minutes.
Add the garlic and stir until fragrant, about a minute.
Add the broth, asparagus, and chopped basil.
Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce to a simmer and cook until the asparagus is tender, about 15 minutes.
If desired, remove a few pieces of asparagus after about 5 minutes and place them in ice water to preserve their color for garnish..Â
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Remove the soup from the heat and add the milk and lemon juice.
Using an Immersion hand blender, blend the soup until smooth. Keep the soup warm over low heat.
If you don't have an immersion blender, puree the soup in batches by carefully ladling small amounts at a time into a stand blender or food processor, blending until completely smooth.
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Serve and garnish the soup with croutons and asparagus pieces.Â
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Refrigerate any leftovers and enjoy within 3 to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
Serving Size 1.5 cups
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 118kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 6.2g10%
- Saturated Fat 0.9g5%
- Sodium 420mg18%
- Potassium 520mg15%
- Total Carbohydrate 12.6g5%
- Dietary Fiber 3.2g13%
- Sugars 3.6g
- Protein 4.6g10%
- Vitamin A 1180 IU
- Vitamin C 18 mg
- Calcium 86 mg
- Iron 2.2 mg
- Vitamin E 1.2 mg
- Vitamin K 68 mcg
- Vitamin B6 0.24 mg
- Folate 142 mcg
- Magnesium 32 mg
- Zinc 0.6 mg
- Selenium 4 mcg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
