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Cream of Spring Vegetable Soup

Cream of Spring Vegetable Soup recipe with coconut milk garnish
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This easy spring soup captures the very essence of the season in a bowl: tender asparagus, sweet peas, and fresh greens simmered until just tender, then blended into a velvety, comforting puree. It is the kind of meal that feels both nourishing and celebratory, a gentle transition from the heavy stews of winter to the lighter, sunnier dishes ahead.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 1 large leek, white and light green parts only, cleaned and sliced
  • 1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen peas
  • 1 small zucchini, chopped
  • 4 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth if not vegan)
  • 1 cup fresh spinach or baby kale
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for a vegan spring soup)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley or chives for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and leek, and sauté for 5–7 minutes, until softened and fragrant.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and fresh thyme, cooking for another minute until the garlic is aromatic but not browned.
  3. Add the asparagus pieces and zucchini to the pot, along with the vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10–12 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
  4. Stir in the peas and fresh spinach, cooking for just 2–3 minutes until the spinach has wilted and the peas are bright green.
  5. Carefully transfer the soup in batches to a blender, or use an immersion blender directly in the pot, and puree until completely smooth.
  6. Return the soup to the pot if needed, and stir in the heavy cream. Warm gently over low heat—do not boil once the cream is added. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

For an extra-silky texture, strain the soup through a fine-mesh sieve after blending. This step is optional but makes the soup feel truly luxurious.

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