Garlic Asparagus Soup

This is a light, refreshing soup. It can serve 2 as a main course or 4 as a side dish.

Step: 1

Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.

Step: 2

Cook and stir garlic and green onions in saucepan until garlic is just golden, about 3 minutes.

Step: 3

Cook and stir asparagus with garlic and green onions until slightly softened, about 2 more minutes.

Step: 4

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until asparagus is tender, about 10 minutes. Turn off heat and allow to cool slightly.

Step: 5

Pour soup into blender, filling no more than halfway full. Cover with a lid. Carefully start the blender, using a few quick pulses to get soup moving before leaving it on to puree. Puree in batches until smooth.

Step: 6

Transfer soup back to saucepan and reheat. Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste.

Per Serving: 101 calories; protein 5.1g; carbohydrates 13.3g; fat 4.1g; sodium 447.8mg.