Asparagus is high in fiber, which helps remove toxins from the body and promotes a healthy digestive system. Insoluble fiber acts as a prebiotic to feed gut bacteria, while soluble fiber helps remove "bad" cholesterol.
Creamy Asparagus Soup Recipe
Ingredients
- ½ cup shallots or leeks (roughly chopped)
- 2 medium garlic cloves (roughly minced) omit if high pitta
- 2 lbs asparagus (cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp salt (optional)
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper (optional)
- 2 cups vegetable broth (low sodium, preferably homemade)
- ½ cup silken tofu
- chives (minced, to taste)
- dill (minced, to taste)
Instructions
- In a large stockpot over medium heat, add the shallots and garlic, cooking until fragrant, about one minute.
- Add asparagus, season with optional salt and pepper, and cook until slightly charred, about 5 minutes.
- Add veggie broth and simmer, covered, until asparagus is very tender but still green, about 7 minutes.
- Transfer mixture into a blender (you may want to first allow the broth and veggies to cool just a bit). Add the tofu. Blend until creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with optional chives and dill.
