Swedish Spinach Soup Spenatsoppa
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Swedish Spinach Soup, or Spenatsoppa, a creamy and nourishing classic that’s perfect for chilly days. This traditional Scandinavian recipe features fresh spinach blended to velvety perfection with a rich base of butter, vegetable broth, and a touch of heavy cream for extra decadence. A hint of nutmeg adds warm, earthy undertones, while hard-boiled eggs grace the soup as a protein-packed garnish, making it as hearty as it is elegant. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy soup pairs beautifully with crusty bread, making it an ideal choice for a quick lunch or a warming dinner. Bursting with nutrients and flavor, Spenatsoppa is your go-to dish for a wholesome taste of Sweden.
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Ingredients
- 300 grams fresh spinach
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 0.25 teaspoons nutmeg
- 0 to taste salt
- 0 to taste black pepper
- 2 pieces hard-boiled egg
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the fresh spinach thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or grit. Pat dry and roughly chop if necessary.
Step 2
In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the all-purpose flour and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
Step 3
Gradually pour in the vegetable broth, whisking consistently to ensure no lumps form. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Step 4
Add the chopped spinach to the pot and cook for 5-7 minutes until the spinach has wilted completely.
Step 5
Using an immersion blender (or carefully transferring to a countertop blender), blend the soup until it is completely smooth.
Step 6
Return the soup to the pot (if using a countertop blender), and stir in the milk and heavy cream. Heat gently over low-medium heat, being careful not to bring it to a boil.
Step 7
Season the soup with nutmeg, salt, and black pepper to taste. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
Step 8
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish each serving with halves or quarters of a hard-boiled egg on top.
Step 9
Serve immediately, paired with crusty bread if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1215.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1307.0 |
| Total Fat 97.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 48.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 7.4g | |
| Cholesterol 610.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2693.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 72.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.4g | |
| Protein 30.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 102.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 199.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1867.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories