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Asparagus Potato Soup

This creamy soup combines tender potatoes and fresh asparagus for a vibrant, comforting bowl. The process involves sautéing aromatics, roasting asparagus for depth, and blending until smooth, resulting in a velvety texture with bright green spears visible throughout. Perfect for spring or whenever you crave something simple yet layered in flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 bunch asparagus about 300g, trimmed
  • 2 medium potatoes Yukon Gold recommended
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth preferably homemade
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.5 cup cream or coconut milk for richness
  • to taste salt & pepper

Equipment

  • Large heavy-bottomed pot
  • Immersion blender or regular blender
  • Sharp knife
  • Wooden spoon
  • Baking tray

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. Wash and trim the asparagus, then toss it with a tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread the spears on a baking tray and roast for about 10-12 minutes until slightly charred and fragrant.
  3. While the asparagus roasts, peel and dice the potatoes into small chunks for quicker cooking.
  4. Heat the olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until it becomes translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  5. Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for another minute until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
  6. Stir in the diced potatoes, coating them with the aromatics. Cook for 2 minutes to start softening the potatoes.
  7. Pour in the vegetable broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for about 10 minutes until the potatoes are tender and easily pierced with a fork.
  8. Once the potatoes are cooked, carefully transfer the soup to a blender or use an immersion blender in the pot. Blend until smooth and velvety, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  9. Roughly chop the roasted asparagus and stir it into the blended soup. Warm everything through over low heat for a few minutes to meld the flavors.
  10. Off the heat, stir in the lemon juice and cream or coconut milk. Taste, then season with salt and pepper as needed.
  11. Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with a few roasted asparagus tips if desired, and serve hot for a bright, velvety bowl of comfort.

Notes

Roasting the asparagus adds a smoky depth, but you can skip this step for a quicker version. Adjust seasoning and acidity to taste, and enjoy this bright, comforting soup whenever you need a simple, nourishing meal.