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Creamy Vegan Asparagus Soup Recipe Without Heavy Cream Easy and Healthy

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A smooth, velvety vegan asparagus soup made creamy without heavy cream by blending soaked cashews and coconut milk. This light, fresh, and nourishing soup is perfect for spring and early summer.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and chopped
  • ½ cup cashews, soaked in hot water for 20 minutes and drained
  • 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 medium yellow onion, roughly chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Pinch of ground nutmeg (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 pound of fresh asparagus stalks and trim the woody ends. Chop into 1-inch pieces, reserving the tender tips separately if desired.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat in a large pot. Add 1 medium chopped yellow onion and 2 minced garlic cloves. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add chopped asparagus (except tips) to the pot and stir for 2-3 minutes to combine with the onions and garlic.
  4. Pour in 3 cups vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, for about 10 minutes or until asparagus is tender.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a high-speed blender along with ½ cup soaked cashews and 1 cup full-fat coconut milk. Blend until silky smooth. Alternatively, use an immersion blender directly in the pot to blend until creamy.
  6. Return the blended soup to the pot if needed. Stir in 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, a pinch of ground nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste. Add more broth or water if the soup is too thick.
  7. Optionally, stir in reserved asparagus tips and simmer for an additional 3 minutes before serving.

Notes

Soak cashews for at least 20 minutes or overnight for best creaminess. Use fresh asparagus with firm stalks for optimal flavor and texture. Blend hot liquids carefully to avoid splashes. Lemon juice brightens the flavor and preserves vibrant color. For extra richness, add a teaspoon of nutritional yeast. Nut-free substitutions include soaked sunflower seeds or cooked potato blended well.

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