Asparagus Soup
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Asparagus Soup
Description
Asparagus Soup features tender asparagus pieces cooked with shallots and garlic until soft, then simmered in vegetable stock to develop a subtle vegetable broth base. The blending process creates a smooth texture that allows the fresh flavors to meld neatly. The addition of heavy cream adds richness and body without overpowering the asparagus's delicate taste. Finally, a sprinkle of chopped chives provides a bright, fresh garnish that complements the creaminess.
The instructions suggest careful blending, preferably with a stick blender, to avoid handling very hot liquid in a jug blender. The recipe also notes that parsley or basil can replace chives if preferred, and that a dollop of creme fraiche adds extra creaminess. This soup is a gentle spring dish, suitable for a light lunch or as a starter for a larger meal.
Ingredients
- 320 g asparagus woody ends trimmed and chopped into small pieces, spears
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 shallot chopped
- 2 garlic minced, clove
- 425 ml vegetable stock
- 2 tablespoon chives chopped
- 2 tablespoon heavy cream optional, double
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon Olive oil and gently fry 4 Shallots, 2 Garlic clove and 320 g Asparagus spears until softened.
- Pour in 425 ml Vegetable stock and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add 2 tablespoon Double (heavy) cream and 1 pinch Sea salt and ground black pepper.
- Blend until smooth.
- Serve topped with 2 tablespoon Chives.
Notes
- Use a stick blender to blend the soup safely and smoothly; if using a jug blender, cool the soup completely and blend in batches.
- Chives can be substituted with parsley or basil according to preference.
- Add a dollop of creme fraiche on serving for added creaminess.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 2people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 178 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1portion | |
| Calories | 178kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 21mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 885mg | 37% |
| Potassium | 490mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 2013IU | 40% |
| Vitamin C | 16mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 72mg | 7% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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