Creamy Spinach Soup
Indulge in the velvety richness of this Creamy Spinach Soup, a comforting and nutrient-packed recipe that's perfect for any season. Featuring fresh spinach leaves, hearty potato, and the aromatic blend of sautéed onion and garlic, this soup achieves an irresistibly smooth texture thanks to a touch of heavy cream. Simmered with fragrant vegetable broth and finished with a hint of nutmeg for warmth, this vibrant green soup is both wholesome and elegant. Ready in just 40 minutes, it's an ideal choice for busy weeknights or as a stunning starter at dinner parties. Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil for a restaurant-worthy presentation, and savor every spoonful of this nutritious delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams fresh spinach leaves
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 medium potato
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons nutmeg (optional)
- 1 teaspoon olive oil (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Wash the spinach leaves thoroughly under cold water and set them aside to drain.
Peel and dice the potato into small cubes for quick cooking.
Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic cloves.
In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Add the diced potato to the pot and stir everything together. Cook for another 2 minutes.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, or until the potato cubes are tender.
Add the spinach leaves to the pot, stirring gently until they are wilted. This will take about 2 minutes.
Using an immersion blender, carefully blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a countertop blender and puree until creamy.
Stir in the heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg if using. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Simmer the soup for an additional 2-3 minutes to ensure everything is heated through.
Ladle the creamy spinach soup into bowls. Optionally, drizzle olive oil on top for an elegant garnish. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1743 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 123.7 g | 159% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.9 g | 324% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 310 mg | 103% | |
| Sodium | 5398 mg | 235% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 116.5 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.2 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.7 g | ||
| Protein | 33.5 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 584 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 16.3 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 4677 mg | 100% | |
*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.
