Spinach garlic soup is the kind of dish that wraps you in comfort with every spoonful. Fresh spinach pairs beautifully with the gentle aroma of garlic and onions, creating a flavour that’s both earthy and soothing. Lightly thickened with milk and cornflour, it has a velvety texture that feels indulgent yet remains light. Quick to prepare and packed with nourishment, this wholesome soup is perfect for cosy dinners, healthy lunches, or simply winding down with a warm bowl and toasted bread.
Ingredients
UNITSIngredients
3 cupsSpinach leaves, chopped
1 tbspGarlic, roughly chopped
1 tspOlive oil
½ cupOnion, finely chopped
1 tspCornflour
½ cupLow-fat milk
to tasteSalt
to tasteBlack pepper
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Directions
Description - Step 1
Sauté the aromatics
Heat olive oil in a pan, add finely chopped onions and roughly chopped garlic. Cook until they soften and release a gentle, fragrant aroma without browning.
Description - Step 2
Cook the spinach
Add the chopped spinach to the pan and sauté. Let it wilt and turn bright green while stirring occasionally so it cooks evenly.
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Blend to make a purée
Pour in 1 cup of cold water, switch off the flame, and transfer the mixture to a blender. Blend it to a slightly coarse, smooth-textured purée.
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Return to the pan and reheat
Pour the blended spinach mixture back into the pan and place it on a gentle flame to warm through.
Description - Step 5
Thicken and season
Mix cornflour with milk and stir this mixture into the soup. Season the soup with salt and freshly ground pepper. Bring it to a gentle boil, stirring to avoid lumps while the soup turns creamy.
Description - Step 6
Serve hot
Ladle the warm soup into bowls and serve right away.
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