These are the best vegetable recipes so you can enjoy their flavor and properties.
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- Creamy Zucchini and Leek Soup
- Carrot and Ginger Cream
- Pumpkin and Apple Cream
- Green Asparagus and Spinach Cream
- Tips for customizing your vegetable soups
Creamy vegetable soups are a great way to incorporate a wide variety of vegetables into your daily diet. They are versatile, easy to prepare and can be enjoyed all year round, both hot in winter and cold in summer. They are also a healthy option, as they provide vitamins, minerals and fibre, helping to maintain a balanced diet.
Creamy Zucchini and Leek Soup
This soup is light and smooth, perfect for a light dinner or as a first course.
Ingredients:
2 medium zucchini
1 large leek
1 medium potato
1 clove of garlic
500 ml of vegetable broth
1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Whipped cream to decorate (optional)
Preparation:
Wash the zucchini and leek well. Cut the zucchini into slices and the leek into rings, reserving the green part.
Peel and cut the potato into pieces.
In a large saucepan, add the olive oil and sauté the garlic and leek over a medium heat until tender.
Add the zucchini and potato, and sauté for a few more minutes.
Pour in the vegetable stock, cover the pan and cook over a medium-low heat for 20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
Blend the mixture until smooth.
Add salt and pepper to taste.
Serve hot, with a splash of cream on top if desired.
Carrot and Ginger Cream
This cream is ideal for lovers of slightly spicy and exotic flavours.
Ingredients:
5 large carrots
1 onion
1 piece of fresh ginger (approximately 2 cm)
2 cloves of garlic
500 ml of vegetable stock
1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Natural yoghurt to decorate (optional)
Preparation:
Peel the carrots and cut them into slices. Chop the onion and garlic.
Peel the ginger and grate or finely chop it.
In a saucepan, heat the olive oil and sauté the onion and garlic until golden.
Add the ginger and carrots, and sauté for a few minutes.
Pour in the vegetable stock, cover and cook over medium heat for 20-25 minutes, or until the carrots are tender.
Blend the mixture with a blender until smooth.
Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
Serve with a spoonful of natural yogurt for a creamy touch.
Pumpkin and Apple Cream
The combination of pumpkin and apple gives a sweet and refreshing touch to this cream.
Ingredients:
500 g pumpkin
1 green apple
1 onion
2 cloves of garlic
500 ml vegetable broth
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Pumpkin seeds for garnish (optional)
Preparation:
Peel and cut the pumpkin into cubes. Peel the apple and cut it into pieces.
Chop the onion and garlic.
In a saucepan, heat the olive oil and sauté the onion and garlic until tender.
Add the pumpkin and apple, and cook for a few minutes.
Pour in the vegetable broth, cover and cook over medium heat for 20 minutes or until the pumpkin is tender.
Blend everything until you get a smooth cream.
Add salt and pepper to taste.
Serve with some pumpkin seeds on top for a crunchy touch.
Green Asparagus and Spinach Cream
This cream is rich in fiber and antioxidants, perfect for those looking for a healthy, low-calorie option.
Ingredients:
1 bunch of green asparagus
100 g fresh spinach
1 medium potato
1 onion
2 cloves of garlic
500 ml vegetable stock
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Crumbled feta cheese for garnish (optional)
Preparation:
Wash the asparagus and cut off the tough ends. Peel and cut the potato into cubes.
Chop the onion and garlic.
In a saucepan, heat the olive oil and sauté the onion and garlic until tender.
Add the asparagus and potato, sauté for a few minutes.
Pour in the vegetable stock and cook over medium heat for 15-20 minutes.
Add the spinach and cook for a further 5 minutes.
Blend the mixture until smooth.
Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
Serve with a little crumbled feta cheese on top.
Tips for customizing your vegetable soups
Texture: If you prefer a lighter soup, add more broth or a little plant-based milk. For a thicker soup, use less liquid or add more potato.
Seasoning: Experiment with different herbs and spices. Curry, cumin, thyme, and rosemary are all great options.
Finishing Touches: Add a crunchy touch with toasted nuts, seeds or croutons. A splash of extra virgin olive oil or a few drops of balsamic cream can also add extra flavor.
Vegetable creams are a nutritious and delicious option for any meal. At Your Spanish Shop we offer a wide variety of creams, so you can enjoy the best flavors.