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Fennel Soup with peas & lemon

Creamy Fennel Soup with Peas & Lemon for Cozy Comfort

This Creamy Fennel Soup with Peas & Lemon is a warm, delicious escape, perfect for any cozy gathering or weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Roasting
  • 2 tablespoons Rapeseed or Sunflower Oil Olive oil is a great alternative.
  • 2 whole Fennel Bulbs Dill can substitute if fennel is unavailable.
  • 1 small Onion Shallots work well as an alternative.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Roasted in skins for mellow flavor.
For the Soup Base
  • 4 cups Vegetable Stock Opt for vegan and low-salt varieties.
  • 2 cups Frozen Peas Cannellini beans can be used instead.
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup Coconut Milk Dairy-free cream is a great substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh lime can work as an alternative.
For Garnishing
  • 1 cup Baby Spinach Other greens like kale can be substituted.
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley

Equipment

  • Oven
  • roasting pan
  • large saucepan
  • Hand blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Trim the fennel bulbs, wedge them into quarters, and slice the onion. Combine with garlic cloves in a roasting pan. Drizzle with oil and season.
  3. Roast the vegetables for 25-30 minutes until tender and lightly browned.
  4. Squeeze the roasted garlic into the pan, discarding the skins, and combine with fennel and onion.
  5. In a large saucepan, bring vegetable stock to a boil and add the roasted mix and frozen peas. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Blend the soup mixture until smooth, achieving a creamy texture.
  7. Stir in coconut milk, lemon juice, spinach, and parsley; blend briefly to combine, adjusting seasoning to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, freshly squeeze lemon juice and add greens just before serving to maintain freshness.

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