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Gordon Ramsay Asparagus Soup

Gordon Ramsay Asparagus Soup: A Creamy Spring Delight

Gordon Ramsay Asparagus Soup is a creamy dish bursting with fresh flavors, perfect for welcoming spring.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Substitute with olive oil for vegan option.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh garlic recommended.
  • 120 grams Yellow onion Diced; shallots can be used.
For the Star Ingredient
  • 1.1 kilograms Fresh asparagus Trimmed and chopped.
For the Broth
  • 720 milliliters Vegetable broth Homemade recommended.
For the Creaminess
  • 180 milliliters Heavy cream Use coconut milk for vegan.
For Brightness
  • 5 milliliters Fresh lemon juice
For Seasoning
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
For Garnish
  • Fresh chopped chives
  • Extra virgin olive oil For drizzling.
For Texture (Optional)
  • Croutons Store-bought or homemade.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Immersion blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt the butter over medium heat in a large pot for about 2 minutes. Then, add minced garlic and diced onion, cooking for 4-6 minutes until softened.
  2. Wash and trim asparagus, chopping it into 1.25 cm pieces. Add to the pot with a light seasoning of salt and pepper, sautéing for about 5 minutes.
  3. Pour in the vegetable broth and scrape up any bits stuck to the pot. Bring to a low boil, then cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  4. Once tender, remove from heat and blend until smooth. Adjust consistency with broth or water as needed.
  5. Return to low heat, stirring in heavy cream and lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  6. Serve warm, drizzling with olive oil and garnishing with chives and optional croutons.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 5gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, serve warm with garnishes. Homemade broth improves taste significantly.

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