Creamy Fennel and Greens Soup

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
15%
Creamy Fennel and Greens Soup
60 min.
6
141kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Creamy Fennel and Greens Soup, a perfect blend of health and comfort that will warm your soul. This vegetarian and gluten-free dish is not only easy to prepare but also packed with nutrients, making it an ideal choice for a light lunch, a starter for dinner, or a satisfying snack any time of the day.

The star of this recipe is the fennel bulb, which adds a subtle anise flavor that beautifully complements the earthy tones of mixed dark leafy greens like collard and beet. Combined with the freshness of baby spinach, this soup is a vibrant green delight that is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. The addition of heavy cream creates a luscious texture, while a splash of lemon juice brightens the dish, making each spoonful a refreshing experience.

Ready in just 60 minutes, this soup serves six, making it perfect for sharing with family and friends. Whether you’re looking to impress guests at a dinner party or simply want to enjoy a nourishing meal at home, this Creamy Fennel and Greens Soup is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire. So grab your pot and blender, and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • ounces baby spinach 
  • pound bunchs of kale mixed dark chopped
  • servings fennel bulb chopped
  •  fennel bulb trimmed chopped
  • 0.5 cup cup heavy whipping cream 
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • small onion chopped
  • tablespoon butter unsalted
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • pot
  • blender

Directions

  1. Heat oil and butter in a 6-quart heavy pot over medium heat until foam subsides.
  2. Add fennel, onion, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly browned, 7 to 8 minutes.
  3. Add leafy greens (but not spinach) and water to pot and simmer, covered, until greens are tender, about 30 minutes. Stir in spinach and cook, uncovered, just until wilted, about 1 minute.
  4. Purée soup in batches in a blender (use caution when blending hot liquids) until smooth, then return to pot. Stir in cream and lemon juice and reheat over low heat. Season with salt.
  5. Soup can be made 2 days ahead and chilled (covered once cool). Reheat or serve cold.

Nutrition Facts

Calories141kcal
Protein8.36%
Fat69.42%
Carbs22.22%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.83
Glycemic Load
1.04
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
19.019999955011%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.55mg
Hesperetin
0.36mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.08mg
Isorhamnetin
0.58mg
Kaempferol
0.68mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
2.84mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:141.21kcal
7.06%
Fat:11.62g
17.87%
Saturated Fat:6.15g
38.41%
Carbohydrates:8.36g
2.79%
Net Carbohydrates:3.91g
1.42%
Sugar:3.13g
3.48%
Cholesterol:27.43mg
9.14%
Sodium:217.1mg
9.44%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.15g
6.3%
Vitamin K:375.41µg
357.53%
Vitamin A:6072.33IU
121.45%
Vitamin C:32.08mg
38.89%
Potassium:833.43mg
23.81%
Manganese:0.47mg
23.62%
Magnesium:72.3mg
18.08%
Fiber:4.45g
17.8%
Vitamin E:2.14mg
14.24%
Iron:2.55mg
14.17%
Calcium:141.01mg
14.1%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.03%
Copper:0.23mg
11.42%
Folate:44.05µg
11.01%
Phosphorus:71.27mg
7.13%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
6.98%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.47%
Vitamin B5:0.36mg
3.59%
Zinc:0.51mg
3.41%
Vitamin B3:0.66mg
3.28%
Selenium:1.73µg
2.48%
Vitamin D:0.35µg
2.35%
Source:Epicurious