Zuppa di Spinaci

Zuppa di Spinaci is a hearty and vibrant vegan soup that celebrates the rich flavors of spinach and fresh herbs, making it a comforting dish perfect for any season. This delightful Italian soup is not only nutritious but also easy to prepare, bringing a taste of Italy to your kitchen.

Ingredients

• Fresh spinach - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Potato - 1 medium, peeled and diced
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons
• Dried basil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery, and sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute, until fragrant.
3. Stir in the diced potato and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the potato is tender.
4. Add the fresh spinach, dried basil, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
5. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice.
6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A, C, and K from spinach, which support immune health and skin health.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health and helping to maintain a healthy weight.

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