Spring Asparagus and Broccoli Soup

Serves 8
Time 30 min
Spring Asparagus and Broccoli Soup

This vibrant green soup sets the stage for spring entertaining. A swirl of crème fraiche on top would be a lovely finish.

Special Diets:

Dairy FreeDairy Free
Low SodiumLow Sodium
VeganVegan
VegetarianVegetarian
Low FatLow Fat
Sugar ConsciousSugar Conscious

Ingredients

    6 1/2 cupslow-sodium vegetable broth, divided
    1 largeleek, white and light green parts only, sliced
    2Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
    1 bunch (1-pound)asparagus, woody stems snapped off and discarded, spears cut into 1-inch pieces
    2 cupscoarsely chopped broccoli florets
    2 tablespoonschopped fresh chives

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Method

Heat 1/2 cup broth in a large pot over medium-high heat. 


Reduce heat to medium, add leek and cook, stirring often, until tender, about 6 minutes. 


Add remaining broth and potatoes and bring to a boil. 


Stir in asparagus and broccoli and return to a boil. 


Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer gently until vegetables are tender, 15 to 20 minutes. 


Remove pot from heat and set aside to let cool slightly.


Carefully transfer soup to a blender and purée in batches until smooth. 


Ladle soup into bowls, garnish with chives and serve.

Nutritional Info

Serving Size

Calories

80

Total Fat

0g

Saturated Fat

0g

Cholesterol

0mg

Sodium

125mg

Total Carbohydrate

15g

Dietary Fiber

3g

Total Sugars

3g

Protein

3g

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