Cream of Lettuce Soup from My Great Recipes
Elevate your soup game with this velvety Cream of Lettuce Soup from My Great Recipes, a light yet comforting dish perfect for any season. This recipe turns an often-overlooked ingredient—lettuce—into a gourmet delight, blending it seamlessly with sautéed onions, garlic, and tender potatoes. Simmered in a flavorful chicken or vegetable stock, the soup is pureed to silky perfection and enriched with a touch of heavy cream for added indulgence. A hint of nutmeg adds subtle warmth, while a garnish of fresh chives or parsley provides a vibrant finish. Ready in just 40 minutes, this creamy lettuce soup is an elegant appetizer or a satisfying light meal, ideal for showcasing simple, wholesome ingredients. Perfect for those seeking creative lettuce recipes or unique creamy soups, this dish is both easy to make and impossible to resist!
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 large, chopped onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 head, roughly chopped lettuce
- 1 medium, peeled and diced potato
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon, freshly ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon, optional nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons, finely chopped (for garnish) fresh chives or parsley
Directions
Step 1
In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 5 minutes, or until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
Step 3
Stir in the chopped lettuce and diced potato. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the lettuce wilts slightly.
Step 4
Pour in the chicken or vegetable stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15 minutes, or until the potato is soft.
Step 5
Remove the pot from heat and let the soup cool slightly. Use an immersion blender or a regular blender (in batches) to puree the soup until smooth.
Step 6
Return the blended soup to the pot and stir in the heavy cream. Season with salt, black pepper, and nutmeg, if using.
Step 7
Reheat gently over low heat, ensuring it doesn’t boil, to keep the cream from curdling.
Step 8
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh chives or parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2208.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1548.4 |
| Total Fat 124.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 69.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g | |
| Cholesterol 343.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6470.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 75.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 22.5g | |
| Protein 19.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 6.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 282.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2156.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories