Spinach and Asparagus Soup
A velvety, herb-infused soup blending tender spinach and asparagus in a creamy broth, perfect for a springtime comfort dish. This French-inspired soup recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs spinach, asparagus, broth for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, 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, fresh, chopped spinach
- 1 cup, cut into 1/2-inch pieces asparagus
- 4 cups, low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup, heavy or whole milk cream
- 1/2 cup, finely chopped onion
- 1 clove, minced garlic
- 1/2 tsp, fresh or 1/4 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a large pot, sauté onion and garlic over medium heat for 3 minutes until fragrant. Add asparagus and cook 5 minutes until tender.
- Step 2: Stir in spinach, thyme, salt, and pepper. Add broth and bring to a simmer. Cook 15 minutes until vegetables are softened.
- Step 3: Use an immersion blender to puree soup until smooth. Stir in cream and heat through. Serve warm, garnished with fresh thyme.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Spinach and Asparagus Soup take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 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 Spinach and Asparagus Soup?
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 spinach from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spinach and Asparagus Soup?
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 Spinach and Asparagus Soup for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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.
What goes well with Spinach and Asparagus Soup?
French soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
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Substituted chicken for tofu and it worked beautifully.
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Great base recipe! I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was even better.
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Kids gobbled it up without complaints — that's a 5-star in my book.
