Creamy Asparagus Soup

Name: Creamy Asparagus Soup
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil; 1 yellow onion, chopped; 2 lbs. asparagus; 2 cups vegetable stock, divided; 1 tsp. all-natural sea salt; 1 tsp. cracked black pepper; 1 cup coconut milk; 1⁄2 cup Greek-style low-fat yogurt

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The sweetness of asparagus spears brightens this soup to make for a palate-pleasing and aesthetically pleasing soup with a shade of green that is indicative of its high concentration of vitamin K. Combined with the protein from the yogurt, this soupʼs ingredients provide top-notch nutrition.

Serves: 4Hands-on: 10 minutesTotal: 50 minutesDifficulty: Easy

Serves: 4

Ingredients

1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 yellow onion, chopped
2 lbs. asparagus
2 cups vegetable stock, divided
1 tsp. all-natural sea salt
1 tsp. cracked black pepper
1 cup coconut milk
1⁄2 cup Greek-style low-fat yogurt

Directions

Step 1
In a large pot over medium heat, combine the olive oil and onions, and sauté until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
Step 2
Trim the asparagus spears and add to the pot with 3 tablespoons stock. Season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 5 minutes or until fork tender. Add the remaining stock, bring to a boil, and reduce heat to low. Stir in coconut milk and simmer for about 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool for about 10–15 minutes.
Step 3
Using an immersion blender, emulsify ingredients until smooth. Add the yogurt, and mix until completely blended.