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Ultimate Creamy Roasted Asparagus Soup (Healthy, No Heavy Cream)

A vibrant green bowl of creamy asparagus soup topped with roasted asparagus spears and a drizzle of olive oil.
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Make this silky smooth, healthy asparagus soup by roasting the asparagus first for deep flavor. This recipe achieves a creamy texture without heavy cream, making it a light yet satisfying spring soup.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs fresh asparagus, tough ends snapped off
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (or substitute with heavy cream for richness)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill or basil, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the trimmed asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 10 to 12 minutes until tender and slightly browned. Set aside a few tips for garnish.
  2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, sauté the chopped onion over medium heat until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the roasted asparagus (reserving tips) to the pot. Pour in the vegetable broth and white wine, if using. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  5. Carefully transfer the soup mixture to a blender (or use an immersion blender directly in the pot). Blend until completely smooth and velvety.
  6. Return the pureed soup to the pot over low heat. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted.
  7. Remove the pot from the heat. Whisk in the Greek yogurt and lemon juice until fully incorporated. Do not boil after adding yogurt.
  8. Stir in the lemon zest and fresh herbs. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  9. Serve the asparagus soup hot, garnished with the reserved asparagus tips and an extra drizzle of olive oil if desired. This is a great alternative to heavy meal planning for a light lunch.

Notes

  • For a dairy-free version, substitute the Parmesan cheese with nutritional yeast and use a dairy-free yogurt or cashew cream instead of Greek yogurt.
  • If you prefer a richer soup, you can substitute the Greek yogurt with 1/2 cup of heavy cream, added at the end with the cheese.
  • Roasting the asparagus deepens the flavor significantly compared to boiling.
  • This soup keeps well for meal planning and reheats nicely. It is a low carb soup option.

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