Description
This Creamy Lemony Tuscan Artichoke Soup is a velvety, comforting bowl of soup that marries tender artichoke hearts, fresh spinach, bright lemon juice, and rich cream into a dish that feels both luxurious and light.
Ingredients
- 1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained
- 2 cups low‑sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy‑free version)
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic and cook until soft and fragrant.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and add the drained artichoke hearts. Let the mixture simmer gently for about 10 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Use an immersion blender (or carefully use a countertop blender) to blend the soup until smooth and creamy.
- Return the soup to low heat, stir in the spinach and fresh lemon juice, and cook just until the spinach wilts.
- Pour in the heavy cream (or coconut cream) and warm through—do not let the soup boil.
- Ladle into bowls and finish with a little lemon zest or chopped fresh herbs, if desired, then serve warm.
Notes
- The recipe is inspired by and closely aligns with a version titled “Lemony Tuscan Artichoke Soup” which emphasizes the artichokes, lemon brightness, creamy texture, and spinach. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
- To make it dairy‑free/vegan, swap heavy cream for coconut cream (or another plant‑based cream) and ensure the broth is plant based. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
- For a thicker texture, you can add a peeled potato or cauliflower before blending—some versions recommend this to enrich consistency. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
- Prepare the base ahead of time and reheat gently, adding a splash of broth or cream if it thickens too much when refrigerated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop / Blending
- Cuisine: Italian‑inspired / Tuscan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: ≈ 230 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: ≈ 450 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: ≈ 30 mg
