This creamy spinach soup is a comforting and nutritious dish that is perfect for cool evenings. Made with fresh spinach, onions, garlic, and cream, this soup is packed with flavor and goodness. It is quick and easy to prepare, making it a great option for busy weeknights. Serve it with crusty bread for a satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 6 cups fresh spinach, packed
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Add the fresh spinach to the pot and cook until wilted.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for 10 minutes.
- Using an immersion blender or a regular blender, purée the soup until smooth.
- Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer the soup for another 5 minutes to heat through.
- Serve hot with crusty bread.
Interesting Facts
Spinach is highly nutritious and is a good source of vitamins A, C, and K.
Creamy spinach soup can be served as a starter or as a main dish.
You can garnish the soup with a dollop of sour cream or grated Parmesan cheese for added flavor.