Cashew Cream of Asparagus Soup
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By Crista Reid
Cashew Cream of Asparagus Soup
8 steps
Prep:20minCook:40min
This recipe was inspired by an article in Natural Grocers Health Hotline, Vol. 80, March 2024.
Updated at: Mon, 18 Mar 2024 20:25:35 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Good
Glycemic Index
45
Low
Glycemic Load
19
Moderate
Nutrition per serving
Calories603.2 kcal (30%)
Total Fat41.3 g (59%)
Carbs42.2 g (16%)
Sugars10.7 g (12%)
Protein22.3 g (45%)
Sodium2046.4 mg (102%)
Fiber6.3 g (23%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
2 servings
½ cupcashews
organic, or cashew pieces
2 Tbsolive oil
0.5yellow onion
diced
2garlic cloves
minced
1 Tbsfresh dill
or herb of choice
4 cupsbroth
1 bunchasparagus
ends removed, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
salt
pepper
Serving Suggestions
Instructions
Step 1
Cover cashews in boiling water in a small bowl and set aside to soak.
Step 2
Place a large pot over medium heat and add the oil and onion, sautéing until translucent, about 5-6 minutes.
Step 3
Add the garlic and sauté for another 2-3 minutes.
Step 4
Add the broth and asparagus. Heat to a simmer, then bring to a low simmer for 20 minutes.
Step 5
Toward the end of the simmering time, add cashews and soaking water to a blender or food processor along with the herb (can use dill as suggested, or other herbs like sage, savory, etc.) and process until smooth.
Step 6
Add the cashew cream to the soup pot and stir to combine. Simmer for another 10 minutes.
Step 7
Process soup in a blender or with an immersion blender.
Step 8
Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve with crusty bread and hardboiled egg.
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