Green Velvet Soup

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A recipe given to me by a friend that is a great green color and smooth, rich texture. Comfort food! Freezes well.

Submitted by ASTROPHE
Published on March 9, 2020
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr 20 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 30 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
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Ingredients

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 2 stalks celery, sliced

  • 2 potatoes, diced

  • ¾ cup dried split peas

  • 2 bay leaves

  • 6 cups vegetable broth

  • 2 zucchini, diced

  • 1 head broccoli, chopped

  • ½ teaspoon dried basil

  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 4 cups chopped fresh spinach

  • salt to taste

Directions

  1. In a large pot over medium heat, combine onion, celery, potatoes, split peas, bay leaves and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer 1 hour.

  2. Remove the bay leaves and stir in the zucchini, broccoli, basil and black pepper. Simmer 20 minutes, until broccoli is tender.

  3. Stir in spinach and remove from heat. Puree in a blender or food processor using an immersion blender. Salt to taste.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

120 Calories
1g Fat
24g Carbs
6g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 120
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1g 1%
Saturated Fat 0g 1%
Sodium 389mg 17%
Total Carbohydrate 24g 9%
Dietary Fiber 6g 20%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 6g 11%
Vitamin C 48mg 53%
Calcium 79mg 6%
Iron 2mg 11%
Potassium 655mg 14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.