Spanakopita Soup

Spanakopita Soup is a comforting and flavorful Greek dish that captures the essence of traditional spanakopita with a creamy twist. Packed with spinach, herbs, and a hint of lemon, this gluten-free soup is perfect for any time of the year.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion, chopped - 1 medium (about 150g)
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Carrot, diced - 1 medium (about 100g)
• Celery, diced - 1 stalk (about 100g)
• Fresh spinach, chopped - 200g
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Coconut milk - 200 ml
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh dill, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Feta cheese, crumbled (optional) - 50g

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and celery; sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened.
3. Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
5. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
6. Add the coconut milk, lemon juice, and fresh dill; stir well.
7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
8. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth or leave it chunky if preferred.
9. Serve hot, garnished with crumbled feta cheese if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 9 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A, C, and K from spinach, supporting immune health and skin.
• Contains healthy fats from coconut milk, which can aid in nutrient absorption.

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