Roasted Asparagus Soup is a deliciously creamy yet healthy and easy to make soup with roasted garlic and asparagus. It is a tasty and nutritious way to enjoy the unique flavor of asparagus and is a great option for a healthy meal.
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Cook Time20 minutesmins
Total Time25 minutesmins
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: asparagus soup, cream of asparagus soup, roasted asparagus soup
cracked pepper and chopped fresh parsley,for garnish
shredded cheddar cheese or parmesan cheese,for serving, optional
Instructions
Preheat oven to 450˚F.
Line a baking sheet with foil.
Snap off the tough, woody ends on the asparagus and smash ten garlic cloves.
Arrange the asparagus and smashed garlic on the baking sheet in one layer.
Toss the asparagus and garlic with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Roast for 10 to 12 minutes or until asparagus is tender, stirring once halfway through cooking.
Remove from oven and transfer everything to a blender.
To the blender, add broth, heavy cream, and lemon juice.
Blend until creamy and smooth. You might have to do this part in batches depending on how large your blender is.
Transfer the soup to a pot and warm it over medium heat, thinning it with more broth if needed. Start with a few tablespoons of vegetable broth, whisk, and then see if you want to add more.
Season the soup with salt and pepper. Continue to taste for seasonings and adjust accordingly.
Ladle into bowls.
Garnish with cheese, crack pepper, and fresh parsley; serve.
Notes
Asparagus: Make sure to snap off the woody ends, or your soup will be stringy and inedible.
Garlic: If you do not like a lot of garlic or a garlicky taste, use half of the recommended cloves.
Salt to taste: Taste the soup and adjust the salt to your liking before serving. You may also want to add more pepper and lemon juice.
Parmesan cheese: For more flavor, whisk in grated parmesan cheese.