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- Why You’ll Love This Cream Of Asparagus Soup Recipe
- How To Make Cream Of Asparagus Soup
- My Tips And Tricks
- Storage Instructions
- What To Serve With Cream Of Asparagus Soup
- More Spring Asparagus Recipes
- My Favorite Tools For This Recipe
- Cream Of Asparagus Soup (5 Ingredients!)Recipe card
- Recipe Reviews
Ready to ditch the canned “cream of…” soups and see how much better a homemade version is? Then you have to try my easy cream of asparagus soup recipe. It’s smooth, flavorful, and needs just a handful of ingredients you probably have around.
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.
Why You’ll Love This Cream Of Asparagus Soup Recipe
- Fresh taste of spring – This creamy asparagus soup makes the most of in-season produce, making it the perfect way to welcome in the warmer weather. You know I’m a big fan of seasonal cooking!
- Silky-smooth texture – Even though asparagus has a lot of fiber, this soup is velvety and smooth with my technique.
- 5 simple ingredients – Just a handful of common pantry staples, plus the asparagus (of course), salt, pepper, and optional garnishes.
- Quick and easy to make – Spend less time cooking and more time enjoying this soup — ready with just 5 minutes prep and under 30 minutes on the stove.
Ingredients & Substitutions
This section explains how to choose the best cream of asparagus soup ingredients, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card below.
- 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
This section shows step-by-step photos together with the instructions, to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions, including amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card below.
- Saute garlic. In a largeDutch ovenover medium heat, melt butter. Add the garlic and saute until fragrant.
- Saute asparagus. Add the asparagus and saute until it turns bright green.
- Simmer. Add the chicken broth, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer until the asparagus is soft and tender.
- Blend. Pour everything from the pot into ahigh-powered blender, or use an immersion blender, and puree soup to your desired consistency.
- Add cream. Transfer the cream of asparagus soup back to the pot. Add the heavy cream and stir until heated through.
My Tips And Tricks
- To avoid stringy soup, select thin asparagus stalks and trim properly. Thick stalks or using the woody ends will prevent you from getting a smooth texture. The best way to tell where to remove the ends is to bend the asparagus near the woody end, and it will naturally snap in the right place.
- Make sure the asparagus gets very soft and tender. If it still has some crispness after simmering, it won’t blend smoothly.
- Thicken with other veggies if you like. Homemade cream of asparagus soup naturally thickens when pureed, without needing additional thickeners. However, if you want to, you can blend in cooked cauliflower or potatoes to further thicken the soup without altering its flavor much.
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.
More Spring Asparagus Recipes
Enjoy the fresh flavors of spring with these light and savory asparagus recipes:
Sauteed Asparagus Recipe
Cheesy Asparagus Casserole
Oven Roasted Asparagus
Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
- Dutch Oven – One of my favorites for going straight from stovetop to table, but a large pot would also work.
- Blender – You’ll use this high-powered blender for everything from smoothies to soups, but any regular blender or immersion blender would work.
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Cream Of Asparagus Soup (5 Ingredients!)
A super EASY cream of asparagus soup recipe, with just 5 ingredients! This creamy asparagus soup is quick to make and perfect for spring.
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
Total: 25 minutes
Author: Maya Krampf from WholesomeYum.com
Servings: 6 (adjust to scale recipe)
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In a Dutch oven over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the garlic and saute for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
Add the asparagus and saute for about 5 minutes, until it turns bright green.
Add the chicken broth, salt, and pepper, and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 10 minutes, until asparagus is very soft.
Pour soup into a high-powered blender and blend until smooth.
Transfer soup back to the pot. Add heavy cream and stir until heated through.
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Recipe Notes
Serving size: 1 cup
Nutrition Facts
Amount per serving. Serving size in recipe notes above.
Calories218
Fat20.4g
Protein4.1g
Total Carbs6.7g
Net Carbs4.3g
Fiber2.4g
Sugar3.4g
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Course:Soup
Cuisine:American
Keywords:cream of asparagus soup, cream of asparagus soup recipe, creamy asparagus soup
Calories: 218 kcal
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