Cream of Asparagus Soup: Silky, Fresh, and Comforting
This Cream of Asparagus Soup is smooth, light, and laced with the subtle earthiness of fresh asparagus. A touch of cream brings it all together for a luxurious finish. Perfect for a spring starter or a light lunch with crusty bread.
🌿 Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 ½ pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ÂĽ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup heavy cream (plus more for drizzling)
- Optional: lemon zest, chives, or grated Parmesan for garnish
🔥 Instructions
Sauté the Aromatics: In a large soup pot, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
Simmer the Asparagus: Add the chopped asparagus and cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Pour in the vegetable broth and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 15–20 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender.
Blend to Perfection: Use an immersion blender to purée the soup until smooth. Alternatively, let it cool slightly and blend in batches in a countertop blender. Return to pot.
Add the Cream: Stir in the heavy cream and warm through on low heat. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Serve and Garnish: Ladle into bowls and garnish with a swirl of cream, a sprinkle of lemon zest, chopped chives, or a bit of Parmesan if desired.
📦 Amazon Must-Haves to Help You Create the Best Cream of Asparagus Soup
- 🍲 Immersion Blender — Makes puréeing hot soups easy right in the pot—no mess, no transfers.
- 🔪 Stainless Steel Asparagus Peeler — Get beautifully trimmed and peeled asparagus for the smoothest texture.
- 🥣 Heavy-Bottomed Soup Pot — Essential for even heating and slow simmering.
- 🧄 Garlic Mincer — Because a good garlic punch makes this soup pop.
- 🥛 Cream Pourer or Small Pitcher — Serve your drizzle of cream with a little finesse!
đź’ˇ Helpful Tip: Want it extra luxurious? Add a pat of butter or a touch more cream before blending, and don’t skip the lemon zest—it’s the secret brightness that lifts the soup!