Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 2 cups zucchini or broccoli, chopped
- 4 cups spinach or kale
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup fresh basil or cilantro
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1/2 avocado, 1/2 cup peas, 1/2 cup green beans, 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt or coconut milk
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and celery for 5–7 minutes until soft and fragrant.
- Add zucchini or broccoli and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth, bring to a simmer, and cook until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
- Add spinach, parsley, basil or cilantro, and lemon juice. Cook for 1–2 minutes until wilted.
- Blend the soup with an immersion blender or in batches in a blender until smooth and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot or chilled, as desired.
Notes
- Use any combination of green vegetables and herbs you have on hand.
- For added creaminess without dairy, blend in avocado or coconut milk.
- This soup is freezer-friendly and stores well for up to 4 days in the fridge.
- Serve chilled for a refreshing summer meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg