Get all your greens in without sacrificing flavor! This hearty green super soup is made with nutritious broccoli, asparagus, kale, spinach, and creamy avocado as well as topped with spiced nuts that add crunch and extra flavor. This soup is the perfect way to start off the new year’s winter on top of your health game!
Cook Time
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Total Time
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Yield
6 servings
Ingredients
Spiced Seeds and Nuts
1 cup hazelnuts (120 g), toasted and crushed
1 tablespoon nigella seed
1 tablespoon sesame seed, toasted
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
¼ teaspoon ground coriander
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
kosher salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
Soup
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup carrot (120 g), diced
2 cups yellow onion (300 g), diced
1 cup celery (225 g), diced
1 cup parsnip (135 g), diced
5 cloves garlic, minced
kosher salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
2 cups broccoli floret (300 g)
2 cups asparagus (250 g), chopped
3 cups vegetable broth (720 g)
1 lemon juice
2 bunches lacinato kale, sliced
10 oz fresh spinach (280 g)
coconut cream, for serving
¼ cup chia seed (45 g), for serving
avocado, sliced, for serving
Nutrition Info
Calories 681
Fat 49g
Carbs 50g
Fiber 9g
Sugar 14g
Protein 9g
How to Make It
1. Step
Make the spiced seeds and nuts: In a small bowl, combine the hazelnuts, nigella seeds, sesame seeds, cinnamon, turmeric, crushed coriander, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, ground ginger, salt and pepper. Mix together and set aside for garnish. These seeds and nuts will keep in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
2. Step
Make the soup: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium hight heat. Add the carrot, onion, celery, parsnip, garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir and cook until the vegetables are fully softened, about 10 minutes.
3. Step
Add the broccoli, asparagus, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil. add the lemon juice, kale, spinach, and stir to wilt the greens in the hot soup. Do not cook the greens for longer than about 3 minutes.
4. Step
Once the greens have wilted, puree the soup to your desired consistency.
5. Step
Serve immediately. Top with coconut cream, chia seeds, avocado, and the spiced seeds and nuts.