Simmered Avocado Bone Broth Soup with Spinach
A soothing, nutrient-rich soup featuring creamy avocado and leafy greens simmered in mineral-packed bone broth for optimal hydration and electrolyte balance. This comfort food-inspired whole30 (vegetarian) ready in about 20 minutes pairs bone broth, medium, peeled and diced avocado, fresh spinach for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 cups bone broth
- 1 medium, peeled and diced avocado
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent browning.
- Step 2: Pour in 2 cups bone broth and bring to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat, then reduce heat to low.
- Step 3: Stir in 1 diced avocado (medium, peeled) and 2 cups fresh spinach, cooking for 3-4 minutes until the spinach wilts and the avocado is heated through. Season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Simmered Avocado Bone Broth Soup with Spinach take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Simmered Avocado Bone Broth Soup with Spinach?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep bone broth from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Simmered Avocado Bone Broth Soup with Spinach?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Simmered Avocado Bone Broth Soup with Spinach for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Simmered Avocado Bone Broth Soup with Spinach vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The avocado added a creamy richness without any dairy. Perfect for Whole30!
- ★★★★★
This soup is a game-changer! My whole family loved it, and it's so easy to make on a weeknight.
- ★★★★☆
Cooked it for my kids and they didn't even notice it's bone broth! Whole30 win.
