Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of this homemade Creamy Asparagus Soup. With its velvety texture and fresh asparagus flavor, this soup is a delightful way to enjoy the season’s bounty.
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 pounds fresh asparagus, woody ends trimmed, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 medium potato, peeled and diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For Garnish:
- Fresh chives or parsley
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat butter and olive oil. Sauté onion and garlic until softened.
- Cook Vegetables: Add asparagus and potato to the pot. Pour in vegetable broth. Simmer until tender.
- Puree Soup: Use an immersion blender to puree until smooth and creamy.
- Finish Soup: Stir in heavy cream, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve: Reheat gently if needed. Garnish with fresh chives or parsley.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half or coconut milk instead of heavy cream.
- If using thick asparagus stalks, peel the lower portions for a smoother texture.
- This soup pairs well with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 510 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
