Green Velvet Soup

A recipe given to me by a friend that is a great green color and smooth, rich texture. Comfort food! Freezes well.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 1 hr 20 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
• Calories: 120 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 onion, chopped
• salt to taste
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 stalks celery, sliced
• ½ teaspoon dried basil
• 2 potatoes, diced
• 1 head broccoli, chopped
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 4 cups chopped fresh spinach
• 2 zucchini, diced
• ¾ cup dried split peas

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a large pot over medium heat, combine onion, celery, potatoes, split peas, bay leaves and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer 1 hour.

Step 2

Remove the bay leaves and stir in the zucchini, broccoli, basil and black pepper. Simmer 20 minutes, until broccoli is tender.

Step 3

Stir in spinach and remove from heat. Puree in a blender or food processor using an immersion blender. Salt to taste.