Creamy Spring Vegetable Soup (Printer-friendly)
Velvety fresh soup featuring spring vegetables in a rich, creamy broth. Perfect for light meals.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 medium leek, white and light green parts only, sliced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
06 - 1 medium zucchini, diced
07 - 1 cup asparagus tips, cut into 1-inch pieces
08 - 1 cup fresh or frozen peas
09 - 1 medium Yukon Gold potato, peeled and diced
→ Liquids
10 - 4 cups vegetable broth (gluten-free if needed)
11 - 1 cup whole milk or unsweetened plant-based milk
12 - 1/2 cup heavy cream or plant-based cream
→ Seasonings & Herbs
13 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
14 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
15 - 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
16 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill or chives, chopped, plus extra for garnish
17 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
# How-To Guide:
01 - Melt butter with olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sliced leek and minced garlic; sauté for 3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
02 - Stir in diced carrots, zucchini, asparagus pieces, peas, and potato. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to combine flavors.
03 - Pour in vegetable broth, salt, pepper, and dried thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 15–20 minutes until vegetables are fork-tender.
04 - Remove from heat. Use an immersion blender to puree until smooth, or work in batches with a standard blender. Leave slightly chunky if preferred.
05 - Return pot to low heat. Stir in milk and cream; gently heat until warmed through without boiling. Add lemon juice and chopped fresh herbs. Season to taste.
06 - Ladle hot soup into bowls and garnish with additional fresh dill or chives. Serve immediately while hot.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It transforms ordinary vegetables into something that feels luxurious without much effort
- The texture is somehow both light and comforting at the same time
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- Never boil the soup after adding the dairy or it will separate and ruin your beautiful velvety texture
- The lemon juice might seem optional but it actually makes all the difference between flat and vibrant flavors
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- Use the freshest vegetables you can find because they're the real stars here
- Blend the soup until completely smooth if you want it to feel more elegant