Zesty Spinach Soup
Brighten your table with the vibrant flavors of Zesty Spinach Soup, a wholesome, nutrient-packed recipe that's as refreshing as it is comforting. This silky, green-hued soup blends tender spinach, hearty potato, and aromatic spices like cumin for a burst of earthy warmth, while zesty lemon juice and zest bring an invigorating citrus kick. Crafted with a velvety consistency thanks to the magic of blending, this soup can be customized with a dash of heavy cream for added richness. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a quick and easy dish perfect for both lunch and dinner. Garnish with a sprinkle of red chili flakes for a hint of heat—and enjoy a bowl of vibrant flavor that's simultaneously nourishing and satisfying. Your next favorite spinach recipe awaits!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 zest of lemon
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 medium, peeled and diced potato
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup heavy cream (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the diced potato, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to coat the potato in the spices.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10 minutes, or until the potato is tender.
Add the fresh spinach leaves to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes, just until the spinach is wilted.
Remove the pot from the heat and use an immersion blender to carefully blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a countertop blender and blend until creamy.
Stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
For creaminess, stir in the heavy cream if desired.
Serve hot, garnished with a sprinkle of red chili flakes for a touch of heat (optional).
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
254 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.6 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 17 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 1078 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.3 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g | ||
| Protein | 6.5 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 97 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 827 mg | 18% | |
*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.
