Yield: 4 servings
Servings: 4
Serving Size: 1 cup soup & about 2 Tbsp. croutons
Active Time: 20 minutes
Active Time (mins): 20
Total Time: 30 minutes
Recipe Description:
In this fast asparagus soup recipe, potato adds creaminess without adding cream. Double or triple this soup and freeze the leftovers for a quick lunch.
Recipe Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil plus 1 1/2 tablespoons, divided
- 1 medium shallot, chopped
- 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth or chicken broth
- 1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup diced peeled potato
- 2 teaspoons prepared horseradish, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whole-wheat country bread cubes (1/4 inch)
- Sliced scallion greens for garnish
Recipe Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add shallot and cook, stirring, until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add broth, asparagus, potato, horseradish and salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes. Puree with an immersion blender or in a regular blender. (Use caution when pureeing hot liquids.)
- Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium, add bread cubes and cook, stirring, until browned and crispy, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Serve the soup topped with the croutons and scallions, if desired.
Recipe Nutrition:
Per serving: 190 calories; 10 g fat (1 g sat, 7 g mono); 0 mg cholesterol; 22 g carbohydrate; 1 g added sugars; 4 g total sugars; 5 g protein; 5 g fiber; 338 mg sodium; 428 mg potassium.
Nutrition Bonus: Folate (43% daily value), Vitamin A (22% dv), Vitamin C (20% dv)
Copyright:
© Meredith Corporation. All rights reserved. Used with permission.
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