This soup takes advantage of the same method I use for my other healthy soup recipes that I want to make creamy, like cauliflower soup, celery root soup, pea soup, and cream of mushroom soup. Not to mention, this creamy asparagus soup just screams spring! And I’m so ready for it.
Ingredients & Substitutions
Here I explain the best cream of asparagus soup ingredients, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card.
Asparagus – Snap off the woody ends where the green turns white. For a zero-waste approach, simmer these ends in water to create an asparagus broth, which can be used in various soup recipes, including your cream of asparagus soup. (Just replace the chicken broth below!) Butter – I like to use grass-fed, but any kind will do. Choose unsalted so that you can adjust salt to taste separately. Garlic – Use fresh garlic if you have it, or 1 teaspoon of jarred minced garlic for convenience. You can also add some diced onion for extra flavor if you like. Chicken Broth – If you have time, I recommend my chicken broth recipe from scratch. If you don’t, I use a reduced sodium store-bought version. However, vegetable broth or beef broth would also work. Heavy Cream – This makes your soup creamy! If you want to make asparagus soup without cream, you can replace it with full-fat coconut milk or coconut cream instead. I don’t recommend using low-fat milks, like almond milk or hemp milk, because they won’t be rich enough for this soup. Sea Salt & Black Pepper Optional Garnishes – This creamy asparagus soup just needs some fresh dill and sour cream for garnish. You can also try fresh chives, other fresh herbs, or a sprinkle of parmesan cheese instead.
How To Make Cream Of Asparagus Soup
I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card.
Storage Instructions
Store: Keep any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Reheat: Warm the soup in the microwave or in a large saucepan on the stove. If the soup separates, simply blend again until smooth. Freeze: Cool completely, then transfer to containers or zip lock bags and freeze for up to 3 months. To prevent any separation, omit the cream before freezing; just add it after thawing and reheating.
What To Serve With Cream Of Asparagus Soup
This cream of asparagus soup recipe makes a great appetizer before a spring meal, or a lunch pairing. Try these combos:
Toppings – In my opinion, sour cream and fresh dill (or alternatively, fresh chives) are a must. If you like something more hearty, crumbled bacon in the oven (or air fryer bacon) makes one of the best toppings! Salad – Pair your healthy asparagus soup with an equally healthy salad for lunch. Try cucumber salad with sour cream, a fresh Greek salad, or for a heartier option, Cobb salad. Eggs – Add a poached or coddled egg (my fave!) to each bowl for some protein in your meal.
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