Description
Vegan asparagus soup is a delightful and creamy dish made primarily from fresh asparagus, coconut milk, and a hint of lemon juice, making it a healthy and delicious choice for any meal.
Ingredients
- Fresh asparagus: 1 pound (about 450 grams), trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- Vegetable broth: 4 cups (about 1 liter)
- Onion: 1 medium, chopped
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Coconut milk: 1 cup (about 240 ml)
- Lemon juice: 2 tablespoons (freshly squeezed)
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon (for drizzling)
- Salt and pepper: to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the asparagus by rinsing it under cold water, trimming the tough ends, and cutting it into 1-inch pieces.
- Sauté the chopped onion in olive oil over medium heat for about 5 minutes until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Add the chopped asparagus and vegetable broth to the pot, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes until the asparagus is tender.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or a regular blender in batches.
- Stir in the coconut milk and lemon juice, season with salt and pepper, and gently heat before serving.
Notes
- Choose fresh asparagus with vibrant green color and firm stalks.
- Adjust the consistency of the soup by adding more or less vegetable broth.
- Consider adding other vegetables like peas or carrots for added flavor and nutrition.
- Experiment with different herbs and spices to customize the flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Vegan, Asparagus, Soup, Healthy, Coconut Milk