This vibrant Green Soup is a celebration of fresh garden produce, blending the peppery bite of watercress with the mild sweetness of lettuce and the earthy depth of spinach. The base is built on a simple roux of sautéed onions and flour, thickened with rich chicken stock to create a comforting, velvety texture. A splash of scalded milk and a finishing touch of cream lend a luxurious smoothness, while fresh parsley adds a bright herbal note. It’s the perfect light yet satisfying lunch on a breezy afternoon or an elegant starter for a spring dinner party. Serve it piping hot for warmth or chilled for a refreshing twist. This recipe captures the essence of fresh greens in every spoonful.
Green Soup
Description
This vibrant Green Soup is a celebration of fresh garden produce, blending the peppery bite of watercress with the mild sweetness of lettuce and the earthy depth of spinach. The base is built on a simple roux of sautéed onions and flour, thickened with rich chicken stock to create a comforting, velvety texture. A splash of scalded milk and a finishing touch of cream lend a luxurious smoothness, while fresh parsley adds a bright herbal note. It’s the perfect light yet satisfying lunch on a breezy afternoon or an elegant starter for a spring dinner party. Serve it piping hot for warmth or chilled for a refreshing twist. This recipe captures the essence of fresh greens in every spoonful.Ingredients
Directions
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Wash and tear up lettuce, spinach, and watercress leaves.
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Saute onion in olive oil until soft in large pan. Then stir into flour, and cook for 1 minute.
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Add stock and bring to boil, stirring regularly.
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Add leaves, reduce heat, and simmer for about 10-15 minutes.
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Remove from heat, and allow to cool. When cool, place in blender, and puree.
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Return puree to pan, add scalded milk and cook until heated through. Add freshly ground pepper.
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If serving hot, transfer soup into bowls, place a dob of cream in the soup, and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
Note
For a lighter version, you can omit the cream when serving cold.
Ensure the soup is cooled before blending to avoid overheating your blender.
