8 Minute Asparagus Couscous Soup Quick and Easy

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Quick, healthy, and bursting with fresh flavors, the 8-Minute Asparagus Couscous Soup is the ultimate go-to recipe for busy weeknights. This comforting soup combines tender asparagus and fluffy couscous in a fragrant broth of garlic, olive oil, and a splash of zesty lemon juice. With a cook time of just 8 minutes and minimal prep, it’s a delightful one-pot dish that’s as speedy as it is satisfying. Perfectly balanced with fresh parsley and customizable with chicken or vegetable broth, this quick and easy soup is a versatile option for vegetarians and meat-lovers alike. Serve it piping hot for a light yet hearty meal in under 15 minutes!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 5 min
• Cook Time: 8 min
• Total Time: 13 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

9 items

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup couscous
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

📝 Instructions

8 steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

2. Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

3. Stir in the asparagus pieces and cook for 1 minute to lightly soften.

4. Add the chicken or vegetable broth to the saucepan and bring to a boil.

5. Once boiling, stir in the couscous, salt, and black pepper.

6. Cover the saucepan, reduce the heat to low, and let it simmer for 5 minutes.

7. Stir in the lemon juice and fresh parsley, then taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

8. Serve hot and enjoy your quick and easy asparagus couscous soup!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (332.2g)

Calories		105
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		4.0 g	5%
	Saturated Fat	0.7 g	3%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		5 mg	2%
Sodium		1107 mg	48%
Total Carbohydrate		13.3 g	5%
	Dietary Fiber	1.7 g	6%
	Total Sugars	2.0 g
Protein		4.7 g	9%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		30 mg	2%
Iron		1.3 mg	7%
Potassium		190 mg	4%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 145 cal (33.5%%)

Protein: 74 cal (17.2%%)

Carbs: 214 cal (49.2%%)