Spinach Soup with Rosemary & Garlic

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Rosemary has a strong flavor, but offers only a subtle hint in this healthy spinach soup recipe. If you like, substitute any seasonal greens you have on hand for the spinach.

Ellen Ecker Ogden

Updated on June 24, 2024

Reviewed by Dietitian

Nadine Bradley, RD, CNSC

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EatingWell Test Kitchen

A bowl with the spinach soup with rosemary & garlic recipe, topped with croutons, with a small bowl of croutons on the side as well — Photo:
Preethi Venkatram

Active Time:

30 mins

Total Time:

1 hr

Servings:

Nutrition Profile:

Diabetes-Friendly Nut-Free Soy-Free Egg-Free

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Ingredients

Croutons

2 cups cubed country-style sourdough bread (1/2-inch)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried

Soup

1 tablespoon butter
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried
¾ teaspoon salt
Ground pepper to taste
2 cups diced peeled red potatoes
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth, vegetable broth or water
6 cups fresh spinach or chard leaves, tough stems removed
Freshly grated nutmeg for garnish (optional)

Directions

To prepare croutons: Preheat oven to 375°F.
Toss bread cubes, oil, garlic and rosemary in a large bowl until well combined. Spread in a single layer on a large rimmed baking sheet. Bake until golden and crisp, 12 to 15 minutes.

Preethi Venkatram
Meanwhile, prepare soup: Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, rosemary, salt and pepper to taste. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes. Stir in potatoes; cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes. Pour in broth (or water). Bring to a simmer over medium heat; cook until the potatoes are soft, about 15 minutes. Stir in spinach (or chard); cook, stirring occasionally, until the greens are tender, about 10 minutes. Puree the soup with an immersion blender or in a blender (in batches), leaving it a little chunky, if desired. (Use caution when blending hot liquids.)

Preethi Venkatram
Serve the soup garnished with nutmeg, if desired, and topped with the croutons.

Preethi Venkatram

Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, March/April 2008; updated January 2023

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

180	Calories
8g	Fat
20g	Carbs
7g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Serving Size 1 cup
Calories 180
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 20g	7%
Dietary Fiber 2g	7%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 7g	14%
Total Fat 8g	10%
Saturated Fat 2g	10%
Cholesterol 5mg	2%
Vitamin A 2502IU	50%
Vitamin C 16mg	18%
Vitamin E 1mg	9%
Folate 60mcg	15%
Vitamin K 115mcg	96%
Sodium 476mg	21%
Calcium 47mg	4%
Iron 2mg	11%
Magnesium 27mg	6%
Potassium 160mg	3%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

Spinach Soup with Rosemary & Garlic

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