Big Green Immunity-Boosting Vegetable Soup (Printable Version)

Vibrant creamy soup with spinach, asparagus, broccoli and cashews for a nourishing meal.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
02 - 1 large onion, chopped
03 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 1 medium head broccoli (about 10.6 ounces), cut into florets
05 - 1 bunch asparagus (about 8.8 ounces), trimmed and chopped
06 - 5.3 ounces baby spinach
07 - 1 medium zucchini, chopped

→ Creamy Base

08 - 3.5 ounces raw cashews, soaked in hot water for 20 minutes, then drained
09 - 4.2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
10 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice

→ Seasonings

11 - 1 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
12 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
13 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
14 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, optional

# How-To:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
02 - Add broccoli, asparagus, zucchini, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and thyme. Stir to combine and cook for 4 to 5 minutes.
03 - Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes until vegetables are tender.
04 - Add spinach and soaked cashews. Simmer for 2 more minutes until spinach is wilted.
05 - Remove from heat. Carefully transfer the soup in batches to a blender or use an immersion blender and blend until completely smooth and creamy.
06 - Stir in lemon juice, taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
07 - Serve hot, garnished with extra spinach leaves or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • High in nutrients from a variety of green vegetables like broccoli and asparagus.
  • Incredibly creamy texture without the use of dairy.
  • Quick to prepare, going from kitchen to table in just 40 minutes.
  • Versatile and easy to adapt for different dietary needs.
02 -
  • Always check the labels on your vegetable broth to ensure it is free from hidden gluten or dairy.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
  • If the soup is too thick after blending, add a splash more broth to reach your desired consistency.
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