Velvety Creamy Spinach Soup (Printable)

Silky smooth spinach soup with aromatic vegetables and cream, ready in just 30 minutes for a warming meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 medium potato, peeled and diced
05 - 10 ounces fresh spinach, washed and roughly chopped

→ Liquids

06 - 3 cups vegetable stock
07 - 1/2 cup heavy cream

→ Seasonings

08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
09 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
10 - Pinch of ground nutmeg, optional

→ Garnish

11 - Extra cream or yogurt for serving, optional
12 - Freshly ground black pepper for garnish

# Step-by-Step:

01 - In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until softened and translucent.
02 - Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute while stirring frequently.
03 - Stir in diced potato and cook for 2 minutes.
04 - Add spinach and sauté until completely wilted, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
05 - Pour in vegetable stock, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes until potato is tender.
06 - Remove from heat. Using an immersion blender, purée the soup until smooth. Alternatively, work in batches with a countertop blender.
07 - Return soup to pot if necessary. Stir in cream, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Heat gently for 2 to 3 minutes without boiling.
08 - Taste the soup and adjust seasoning to preference.
09 - Ladle into bowls and garnish with additional cream or yogurt and freshly ground black pepper if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Simple and quick, taking only 30 minutes from start to finish.
  • Vegetarian and naturally gluten-free when using the right stock.
  • Packed with fresh vegetables like spinach and potato for a healthy, vibrant meal.
02 -
  • Do not boil the soup once the cream has been added to maintain a smooth, velvety texture.
  • Adding a pinch of nutmeg is optional but helps to enhance the earthy notes of the spinach.
  • Always check product labels for butter and cream to manage dairy allergen information.
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