On days when you want a warm and light meal that is gentle on your body, this spinach and broccoli soup recipe will do the trick. The broccoli gives the soup some substance, and the spinach adds vibrant green colour and freshness without overwhelming the rest of the ingredients. Therefore, this soup is green; it has a great balance and would be delicious for both lunch and dinner.
The soup is so easy to make. It’s made in one pot, with no thickening agents or lengthy cooking required. The smoothness of the soup and the clean, bright flavour would be perfect for recovering from a weekend of overeating, promoting mindful eating habits, or incorporating more greens into your diet without it feeling like a chore. Also, the soup can be easily modified to suit individual tastes and needs by adjusting its thickness, adding or subtracting seasonings, or adjusting its richness. This soup can be enjoyed by itself, blended with a small amount of cream, or served with bread, and all will be nutritious meals that don’t feel like they belong in a hospital or nursing facility.
2 cupsBroccoli florets
1½ cupsSpinach leaves
1 mediumOnion, chopped
2 clovesGarlic, chopped
1 tbspOlive oil or butter
3 cupsVegetable stock
to tasteSalt
½ tspBlack pepper
a pinchNutmeg (optional)
2 tbspFresh cream or milk (optional)