Asparagus Soup
Asparagus Soup is a healthy, delicious and creamy recipe. It is a great way to get your veggies in.
Allowed for all Ideal Protein phases.
Serving size
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
- 1 leek – chopped
- 1 rib of celery – chopped
- 1 clove of garlic – minced
- 1 turnip – chopped
- 3 cups asparagus – chopped into 1-inch pieces (woody ends removed)
- 5 cups of chicken stock or vegetable stock
- ¼ tsp. ground black pepper
- 1 tsp. lemon juice – freshly squeezed
- 1 cup asparagus tips only (for garnish)
Preparation
Step 1
In a large stockpot, add olive oil over medium-high heat and sauté the leeks, garlic and celery until leeks are translucent.
Step 2
Add the turnips and asparagus and stir well to combine.
Step 3
Add the stock and bring to a simmer. Turn the heat down to low and continue to simmer for 15 minutes, covered, until the vegetables become soft.
Step 4
Now use an immersion blender to puree the soup. If using standing blender, then blend in batches and pour back into pot.
Step 5
Add the lemon juice and black pepper and stir to mix.
Step 6
Cook on low for a couple of minutes more. Stir occasionally.
Step 7
Serve hot with asparagus tips on top. Enjoy!
