This creamy spinach soup relies on simple vegetables and technique rather than cream or flour for its smooth texture. Spinach, potato and aromatics are gently cooked and blended into a velvety soup that feels comforting yet light. Ideal for everyday meals, it delivers warmth, nutrition and flavour without heaviness.
Ingredients
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For the Soup Base:
4 cupsFresh spinach leaves (washed and trimmed)
1 mediumOnion (finely chopped)
1 tspGarlic (finely chopped)
1 smallPotato (peeled and diced)
¼ cupCelery or leek (optional, chopped)
1 tbspOlive oil or butter
For Seasoning:
to tasteSalt
½ tspBlack pepper
a pinchNutmeg (grated, optional)
For Blending And Adjusting:
2½ cupsVegetable stock or water
1 tspLemon juice
For Finishing:
1 tspOlive oil or butter
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Directions
Description - Step 1
Prepare The Spinach
Wash the spinach thoroughly and remove any tough stems. Roughly chop the leaves so they wilt evenly during cooking. Keeping the spinach ready before starting ensures it is added at the right moment, preventing overcooking and preserving colour and nutrients.
Description - Step 2
Build The Flavour Base
Heat olive oil or butter in a deep saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onions and cook gently until soft and translucent, without browning. Stir in garlic and celery or leek if using. This aromatic base adds sweetness and depth, forming the foundation of the soup’s flavour.
Description - Step 3
Add Potato For Natural Creaminess
Add diced potato to the pan and stir well to coat with the aromatics. Potatoes play a key role in creating body and creaminess without flour. Cook for a minute before adding liquid, allowing the starch to release gradually during simmering.
Description - Step 4
Simmer Until Tender
Pour in vegetable stock or water and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer until the potato pieces are completely soft and easily mashable. This step ensures the soup blends smoothly later, eliminating any graininess.
Description - Step 5
Add Spinach
Add the chopped spinach to the pot and stir gently. Cover and cook just until wilted and bright green. Overcooking spinach can dull its colour and flavour, so keep this step brief. Turn off the heat once the leaves are fully wilted.
Description - Step 6
Season Lightly
Add salt, black pepper and a pinch of nutmeg if using. Nutmeg enhances the natural earthiness of spinach without overpowering it. Keep seasoning restrained at this stage, as flavours intensify after blending.
Description - Step 7
Blend Until Smooth
Using a hand blender or countertop blender, blend the soup until completely smooth and velvety. Blend while warm to achieve the creamiest texture. If the soup feels too thick, add a splash of hot water or stock to adjust consistency.
Description - Step 8
Final Adjustments
Return the soup to low heat if needed. Stir in lemon juice to brighten flavours and balance the natural sweetness. Finish with a small drizzle of olive oil or butter for richness without heaviness.
Description - Step 9
Rest Before Serving
Let the soup rest off the heat for a couple of minutes before serving. This allows flavours to settle and the texture to stabilise, giving the soup its signature creamy mouthfeel without any added cream.
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