Spinach Soup

This vibrant Spinach Soup is a comforting Indian dish that blends nutritious spinach with fragrant spices for a warm and flavorful experience. Perfect as a light meal or appetizer, it offers a delightful balance of taste and health.

Ingredients

• Fresh spinach - 200 grams
• Onion - 1 medium, chopped
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 inch, grated
• Green chili - 1, slit
• Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Coconut milk - 200 ml
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh coriander leaves - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
2. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in minced garlic, grated ginger, and slit green chili. Cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add turmeric powder and stir well to combine.
5. Add fresh spinach to the pot and sauté for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
6. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
7. Add coconut milk and simmer for another 5 minutes.
8. Blend the soup using an immersion blender until smooth. You can also use a regular blender if preferred.
9. Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Stir well.
10. Serve hot, garnished with fresh coriander leaves.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in iron and vitamins A and C from spinach.
• Contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties from ginger and turmeric.

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