Canary Island Cilantro Soup
Transport your taste buds to the Canary Islands with this vibrant and aromatic Canary Island Cilantro Soup, a comforting blend of rustic simplicity and bold flavors. This wholesome vegetarian soup combines velvety potatoes, fragrant garlic, and sweet yellow onion, simmered to perfection in a hearty vegetable broth. The star ingredient, fresh cilantro, lends a bright herbal note that perfectly complements the subtle tang of fresh lemon juice. The result is a creamy, nutrient-packed soup with a silky texture, achieved effortlessly using an immersion blender. Ready in just 40 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant starters. Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and serve with a crusty loaf of bread for the ultimate cozy meal. Whether you’re seeking a new twist on comfort food or looking to explore authentic Canarian flavors, this cilantro soup is sure to delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 3 medium potatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 bunch fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 loaf crusty bread (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves, then finely dice the onion. Add them to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until fragrant and translucent.
Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes, and add them to the pot. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Pour in the vegetable broth, and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and easily pierced with a fork.
Meanwhile, rinse the cilantro thoroughly, including the stems, and roughly chop it.
Use an immersion blender (or carefully transfer the soup to a stand blender) to blend the mixture until smooth and creamy.
Add the chopped cilantro, salt, pepper, and lemon juice to the soup, and simmer for another 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed.
Serve the soup hot with a side of crusty bread, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
527 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.5 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1581 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 90.3 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.3 g | ||
| Protein | 16.1 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 94 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1060 mg | 23% | |
*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.
