Fresh Coriander Soup Sopa De Coentro
Delight your taste buds with the vibrant and comforting flavors of Fresh Coriander Soup, or Sopa de Coentro, a traditional dish inspired by the rich culinary heritage of Portugal and South America. This silky, herbaceous soup combines the bold freshness of cilantro with the earthy warmth of cumin, tender potato for a creamy base, and aromatic onions and garlic to round out its flavor. Perfectly seasoned and optionally enriched with heavy cream, this quick, 35-minute recipe is a versatile showstopper for weeknight dinners or elegant gatherings. Serve it with a squeeze of lime to elevate its zesty, fresh notes and impress your guests with its velvety texture and fragrant aroma. Healthy, easy, and utterly satisfying, this cilantro soup will quickly become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 medium potato
- 4 cups vegetable stock or chicken broth
- 1 bunch fresh coriander (cilantro), chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.25 cup heavy cream (optional for serving)
- 2 lime wedges (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic cloves. Peel and dice the potato into small cubes for faster cooking.
In a medium pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, stirring to prevent burning.
Add the diced potato, vegetable stock or chicken broth, salt, pepper, and ground cumin. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and cook for 15 minutes, or until the potato is tender.
Add the chopped fresh coriander (cilantro) to the pot. Stir and cook for another 2-3 minutes to wilt the coriander.
Remove the pot from the heat. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, allow the soup to cool slightly and blend it in batches using a countertop blender.
Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
If desired, stir in heavy cream for a richer texture. Reheat gently without bringing to a boil.
Serve the soup hot, garnished with a drizzle of cream and fresh lime wedges on the side, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
779 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.0 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.5 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 72 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 4805 mg | 209% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.2 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.1 g | ||
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 168 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1354 mg | 29% | |
*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.
