Two Green Soup

Brighten your table with this vibrant and nourishing Two Green Soup, a velvety blend of fresh broccoli, tender baby spinach, and aromatic garlic simmered in flavorful vegetable broth. Perfect for a cozy lunch or light dinner, this easy-to-make soup comes together in just 30 minutes and offers an optional swirl of creamy coconut milk for added richness. A squeeze of zesty lemon juice enhances the bold green flavors, while crunchy pumpkin or sunflower seeds make the perfect garnish. Packed with nutrients and naturally vegan and gluten-free, this soup is as wholesome as it is satisfying. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight meal or a crowd-pleasing starter, Two Green Soup is a delicious way to eat your greens!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 3 cups broccoli, chopped into small florets
• 4 cups baby spinach
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 0.5 cups coconut milk (optional for creaminess)
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds (optional garnishing)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Sauté the diced onion in the olive oil for about 3-4 minutes, or until translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the chopped broccoli florets and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, lower the heat to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes or until the broccoli is tender.

Step 6

Add the baby spinach to the pot and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until wilted.

Step 7

Remove the pot from the heat and use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup to a blender and process in batches.

Step 8

If using, stir in the coconut milk for added creaminess.

Step 9

Season with lemon juice, salt, and black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 10

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds if desired.

Step 11

Serve warm and enjoy your Two Green Soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1650.3 grams (1650.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1165

Total Fat 74.00g	95%
Saturated Fat 33.00g	165%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4807mg	209%
Total Carbohydrate 106.40g	39%
Dietary Fiber 24.50g	88%
Total Sugars 27.70g
Protein 35.70g	71%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 449mg	35%
Iron 17mg	93%
Potassium 3244mg	69%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.0%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 34.5%