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Asparagus Parmesan Soup

Rich and creamy asparagus soup on the table in 30 minutes with cheesy parmesan and a hint of lemon!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 216 kcal
Course: Main Course , Soup
Cuisine: Italian , American

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds asparagus spears chopped into 1 inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • ½ white or yellow onion diced
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic 
  • juice of ½ medium lemon
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup milk I used fat free half & half, (see note)
  • 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 2 teaspoons salt (or to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

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  1. In a large stock pot over medium heat, melt butter. Add onion and garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until onions are translucent and tender. Add asparagus, lemon juice, and chicken/vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes until asparagus is very tender.
  2. Transfer to a blender and puree until smooth. Transfer back to stock pot.
  3. Add milk, cheese, salt, and pepper and stir until cheese is completely melted and incorporated. Serve with additional parmesan cheese as desired - enjoy!

Notes

  • Whether you are using milk or half and half, it's best to let it come to room temperature before making the soup to help prevent it from curdling. (If you forget or don't have time, that's okay, the soup will still taste great, it just may not be as smooth in texture as you'd like.) 
  • This soup will keep in the fridge for up to 5 days. (Although it's best the first couple of days after you make it.)
  • If you're using a blender to blend up the soup, do it carefully as the soup is very hot. Also, let the lid of the blender vent as you blend to let steam escape. Then, of course, pour the soup back into the pot carefully as well.

Nutrition Information

Calories 216kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 16g (5%) Protein 18g (36%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Cholesterol 29mg (10%) Sodium 2445mg (102%) Potassium 800mg (23%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 9g (18%) Vitamin A 2049IU (41%) Vitamin C 31mg (34%) Calcium 432mg (43%) Iron 6mg (33%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 216

% Daily Value*

Calories 216kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 16g 5%
Protein 18g 36%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Cholesterol 29mg 10%
Sodium 2445mg 102%
Potassium 800mg 17%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 9g 18%
Vitamin A 2049IU 41%
Vitamin C 31mg 34%
Calcium 432mg 43%
Iron 6mg 33%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.