Description
A vibrant and creamy spinach soup packed with nutrients, made with fresh spinach, potatoes, and vegetable stock. This comforting dish is easy to prepare and perfect for a nourishing meal, served optionally with a swirl of cream.
Ingredients
Soup Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 2 small potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 750 ml vegetable stock
- 120 g spinach
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- Salt and pepper, to taste
To Serve (Optional)
- Cream (I used soya cream)
Instructions
- Prepare Vegetables: Finely chop the onion, thinly slice the garlic cloves, and peel and cube the potatoes to prepare for sautéing and cooking.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: Heat olive oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and sliced garlic, frying them gently for 5-6 minutes until tender and aromatic.
- Add Potatoes: Toss the cubed potatoes into the pot with the onion and garlic to coat in oil and begin softening.
- Simmer Soup Base: Pour in the vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender, which usually takes about 15 minutes.
- Wilt Spinach: Add the spinach to the pot and cook until it wilts, imparting its flavor and vibrant green color to the soup.
- Blend Soup: Carefully transfer the soup to a blender along with the nutmeg. Blend until the soup is completely smooth and creamy.
- Reheat and Serve: Pour the blended soup back into the pot, gently reheat it until hot, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve optionally with a swirl of cream like soya cream for added richness.
Notes
- Step-by-Step Photos: Visit the blog post for detailed photos guiding each step of making the soup.
- Substitutions & Variations: Explore various ingredient swaps and recipe variations available in the original post.
- To Store: Keep the soup in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or microwave until piping hot.
- To Freeze: Freeze in a suitable container for up to two months. Thaw in the fridge and gently reheat before serving.
- Tip 1: For a heartier meal, add cooked rice or pasta noodles to the soup.
- Tip 2: Add protein such as chicken, sausage, tofu, or ground beef to boost nutrition and flavor.
- Tip 3: Make the soup in batches, freeze extras, and enjoy convenient pre-made meals for weeks.
