Sopa Verde

Brighten up your table with this vibrant and velvety *Sopa Verde*, a comforting green soup bursting with fresh, nutrient-rich ingredients. This recipe blends earthy poblano peppers, hearty spinach, fragrant cilantro, and parsley into a luscious, vegetable-packed broth, perfectly balanced by the tangy zest of lime juice. Thickened with creamy white rice and pureed to silky perfection, this wholesome dish is as nourishing as it is flavorful. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s an excellent choice for busy weeknights or when you’re craving a hearty yet healthy meal. Garnish with creamy avocado slices and a sprinkle of crunchy tortilla chips for an irresistible finish. Perfect for plant-based diets and naturally gluten-free, *Sopa Verde* is a flavorful celebration of wholesome ingredients that will warm you from the inside out.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium poblano peppers, chopped
• 4 cups spinach, fresh
• 1 cup cilantro, fresh
• 0.5 cup parsley, fresh
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup cooked white rice
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 medium avocado, sliced (optional, for garnish)
• 0.5 cup crushed tortilla chips (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and chopped poblano peppers, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the fresh spinach, cilantro, and parsley to the pot and stir until they begin to wilt, about 2 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.

Step 6

Add the cooked white rice to the pot and stir to combine.

Step 7

Using an immersion blender or a countertop blender, blend the soup until smooth and creamy. Be cautious when blending hot liquids.

Step 8

Return the soup to the pot (if using a countertop blender) and stir in the lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 9

Simmer the soup for another 5 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with sliced avocado and crushed tortilla chips if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2851.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1888.9

Total Fat 88.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7332.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 227.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 59.7g	0%
Total Sugars 34.6g
Protein 67.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1311.6mg	0%
Iron 36.0mg	0%
Potassium 9929.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.4%

Protein: 13.5%

Carbs: 46.0%