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Asparagus, Lemon, and Mint Soup
fromgardentosoupbowl.com
"This soup is easy to make. Asparagus has a strong flavor by itself, so I chose to add a few mint leaves and lemon zest to give it a wonderfully fresh aroma!"
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Ingredients
35 m servings 173 calsOriginal recipe yields 2 servings
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- Cut tips from 6 asparagus spears, about 1 1/2 inches from the top; reserve for garnish later. Chop the remaining asparagus into chunks.
- Heat olive oil in a soup pot over medium heat; cook and stir shallot in the hot oil until softened, about 3 minutes. Add chopped asparagus; season with mint, salt, and pepper. Cook until asparagus are slightly tender, about 3 minutes.
- Pour chicken stock into asparagus mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until asparagus are tender, 12 to 15 minutes. Stir in lemon zest.
- Blend soup using a hand blender or a food processor until smooth.
- Bring a small pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook asparagus tips in the boiling water until just turning bright green, about 2 minutes. Strain asparagus tips and run under cold water to stop the cooking process. Garnish soup with asparagus tips and hard-boiled egg.
Footnotes
- Cook's Note:
- You may substitute a leek for the shallot, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Per Serving: 173 calories; 10.3 g fat; 14.5 g carbohydrates; 9.4 g protein; 107 mg cholesterol; 884 mg sodium. Full nutrition
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Most helpful positive review
5/12/2013
Mint adds an unusual and tasty addition. I made this exactly as written- perhaps a first. I seldom use AR recipes with no reviews, but had everything on hand for this, so I gave it a try. There ...
Most helpful critical review
4/5/2017
I added a diced chicken breast as well. Three people liked it, but my husband was not keen about the egg in it.
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5/12/2013
Mint adds an unusual and tasty addition. I made this exactly as written- perhaps a first. I seldom use AR recipes with no reviews, but had everything on hand for this, so I gave it a try. There ...
5/27/2013
I made exactly as written, including the hard boiled egg. It was delicious and so easy to make! I thought the egg was an unusual touch but it gave it a nice flavor (and added protein). I loved...
5/19/2013
Loved it. I used some scallions instead of shallot because that is what I had on hand. I didn't add the hard boiled egg, but I would. Fresh mint and lemon are a wonderful combination. Very f...
12/8/2014
The lemon and mint combination worked well with the asparagus. I skipped the egg and substituted some diced ham.
5/22/2014
Turned out pretty good! I had to modify the recipe slightly as I didn't have a lemon and substituted it with a lime. I also added a dash of red pepper flakes for a little zing. Then at the end I...
4/24/2017
This soup is amazing! I've made it twice now and it is soooo good!! I left out the hard-boiled egg to make it easier too.
4/5/2017
I added a diced chicken breast as well. Three people liked it, but my husband was not keen about the egg in it.
4/4/2017
Made it as posted except did not add egg garnish. It was very good, light and flavorful. I loved the mint and citrus flavors with the asparagus.
4/2/2017
A winner. Probably the best asparagus soup I have had. I even followed the recipe. Might cut back a bit on lemon zest though. Will make it again for sure. But only made enough for two. ( I usual...