Cream of Spinach Soup
Delightfully rich and velvety, Cream of Spinach Soup is the ultimate comfort dish packed with wholesome flavor and vibrant color. This quick and easy recipe combines fresh spinach, aromatic garlic and onion, and a touch of nutmeg for a subtle hint of warmth, all blended to creamy perfection with heavy cream and vegetable broth. Ready in just 30 minutes, this nutrient-rich soup is perfect as a light meal or an elegant appetizer. Ideal for spinach lovers and those looking for a refined yet simple dish, this soup is a timeless classic that’s both satisfying and healthy. Garnish with a drizzle of cream or a sprinkle of black pepper for an irresistible finish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh spinach leaves
- 30 grams butter
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 500 milliliters vegetable broth
- 200 milliliters heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon, freshly grated nutmeg
Instructions
Rinse the fresh spinach leaves thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or grit. Drain well and set aside.
Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes until it becomes translucent, stirring occasionally.
Add the minced garlic to the pot and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but be careful not to burn it.
Add the fresh spinach to the pot and cook until it wilts, stirring frequently, about 3-4 minutes.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cook for 5 minutes to blend the flavors.
Remove the pot from the heat and allow the soup to cool slightly. Use an immersion blender or a regular blender to blend the soup until smooth. If using a regular blender, blend in batches and return the soup to the pot.
Return the pot to low heat. Stir in the heavy cream until well combined. Add salt, freshly ground black pepper, and grated nutmeg.
Simmer the soup for an additional 5 minutes on low heat, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Ladle the cream of spinach soup into bowls. Serve warm, optionally garnished with a drizzle of cream or a sprinkle of freshly ground pepper.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1274 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.8 g | 125% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.7 g | 274% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 270 mg | 90% | |
| Sodium | 2991 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.8 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.2 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.3 g | ||
| Protein | 26.6 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 622 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 16.3 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 3962 mg | 84% | |
*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.
