Low Carb Cream of Spinach Soup
Indulge in the creamy, rich flavors of this **Low Carb Cream of Spinach Soup**, a keto-friendly delight that’s perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinners alike. Made with tender, fresh spinach and balanced with velvety cream cheese and heavy cream, this soup is both comforting and nourishing. The addition of garlic, onion, and a hint of nutmeg enhances its earthy flavors while keeping it irresistibly simple. Ready in just 30 minutes, this gluten-free recipe is quick, easy, and designed to be blended to smooth perfection. Serve it piping hot with a swirl of cream or a dusting of nutmeg for a restaurant-quality presentation. Perfect for anyone looking to enjoy bold flavor without sacrificing their low-carb lifestyle!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly, remove any tough stems, and set aside.
Finely chop the garlic cloves and the onion.
In a large pot, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the chopped onions and garlic to the pot. Sauté until the onions become translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the fresh spinach to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and add the cream cheese. Stir until the cream cheese has completely melted and incorporated into the soup.
Remove the pot from heat, and using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup to a blender, blend until smooth, and return it to the pot.
Stir in the heavy cream, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste if necessary.
Reheat the soup gently over low heat, stirring occasionally until it is warmed through, ensuring not to let it boil.
Serve the soup hot, garnished with a sprinkle of nutmeg or a swirl of cream if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1594 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 145.3 g | 186% | |
| Saturated Fat | 85.5 g | 428% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 416 mg | 139% | |
| Sodium | 5249 mg | 228% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.2 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.0 g | ||
| Protein | 21.3 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 438 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 558 mg | 12% | |
*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.
