Description
This Asparagus Mushroom Soup is a delicious and nutritious dish that’s easy to prepare. Fresh asparagus and mushrooms simmered in a creamy broth create a flavorful, satisfying soup that’s perfect as a starter or main course. With simple ingredients and a quick cooking time, it’s ideal for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Soup Base:
- Asparagus: 1 lb (trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces)
- Mushrooms: 8 oz (sliced, use button or cremini)
- Onion: 1 medium, diced
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Olive oil: 2 tbsp (or butter)
- Vegetable broth: 4 cups (or chicken broth for non-vegetarian)
- Heavy cream: 1/2 cup (optional for creaminess)
- Flour: 2 tbsp (for thickening, optional)
Seasoning:
- Salt: 1 tsp (adjust to taste)
- Black pepper: 1/2 tsp
- Thyme: 1 tsp (dried or 1 tbsp fresh)
- Parmesan cheese: 1/4 cup, grated (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Soup Base:
- Asparagus: 1 lb (trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces)
- Mushrooms: 8 oz (sliced, use button or cremini)
- Onion: 1 medium, diced
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Olive oil: 2 tbsp (or butter)
- Vegetable broth: 4 cups (or chicken broth for non-vegetarian)
- Heavy cream: 1/2 cup (optional for creaminess)
- Flour: 2 tbsp (for thickening, optional)
Seasoning:
- Salt: 1 tsp (adjust to taste)
- Black pepper: 1/2 tsp
- Thyme: 1 tsp (dried or 1 tbsp fresh)
- Parmesan cheese: 1/4 cup, grated (optional for garnish)
Notes
- Vegan Option: Substitute heavy cream with coconut cream or cashew cream and skip Parmesan cheese.
- Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove.
- Add Protein: For a heartier soup, add cooked chicken, tofu, or white beans.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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