It’s finally starting to feel like spring around here this past week! I am so excited for all of the great fruits and veggies to come out. I am all about the green today with an easy, healthy Asparagus Avocado Soup. This soup is well “super” easy! There is no cream at all however the avocado adds a savory, creamy texture that you will love. It’s the perfect spring Meatless Monday meal! Sarah and I are glad to have you join us for the link up today.
This weekend was our soup club swap night again. I wanted to make something a little lighter and springlike. When I saw how amazing the asparagus looked, I knew it was the winner. Not only does this soup only have basically 5 ingredients, it can also be enjoyed hot or cold. I know! Crazy good huh?
Cooking tips:
I like to roast the asparagus for 15 minutes instead of steaming it but either will work. I think roasting brings out more flavor and keeps the crispiness. It is important to use ripe avocados so that they blend up smoothly. If you prefer a thicker soup, use one extra avocado.
I tried using an immersion blender at first and did not feel that it worked so effectively so I switched to my ninja blender. (Best blender ever!) Using the blender whips up the soup into a creamy, smooth consistency.
Extra bonus: This asparagus avocado soup is vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, and paleo friendly. Whew-Everyone wins!
Ingredients
- 1 lb of fresh asparagus
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 garlic cloves-minced
- 1/2 onion-chopped
- 32 ounces of vegetable broth
- season with salt, pepper, garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin & paprika
- handful of fresh cilantro
- optional topping: pumpkin seeds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375
- clean asparagus and roast on baking sheet with olive oil, salt & pepper
- roast for 15 minutes
- In a large stockpot add onion and garlic and saute for 5 min
- Add in veg broth
- Add in roasted asparagus and avocado
- Add in cumin, paprika, garlic powder, cilantro, salt and pepper
- bring to boil and simmer for 10 minutes
- transfer to blender and puree until smooth and creamy
- Serve hot or cold
- top with pumpkin seeds
When my friends came over for soup club swap last night, we had a few asparagus avocado soup shots! I would certainly do this again for a summer party.
If I haven’t sold you yet, this asparagus avocado soup is delish hot or cold. Enjoy!
What’s your favorite spring veggie? Do you like cold soups?
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We’ve been eating asparagus multiple times a week since I first saw it pop up here in China! Love the idea of this soup!
Thanks! I love asparagus! Can’t wait to get the grill out too
Ooh, I always want ways to get more avocado in my life. 🙂 This looks gorgeous.
Thanks so much I love avocado too!
This soup is genius! I love pureed soups but never would have thought of pairing these two veggies together!! I bet the avocado makes it extra creamy. 🙂
Kaila @healthyhelperblog! recently posted…Oil-Free Vegan Lentil Falafel [gluten-free]
Thanks! The avocado really does add lots of flavor and creaminess hope you enjoy it
I just had asparagus last night. I’ve never tried it in a soup. This looks so simple!
Megan @ Skinny Fitalicious recently posted…Flourless Mint Chocolate Chip Brownies {GF, Paleo, Low Cal}
It’s so easy! You can eat it hot or cold you will love it
What an amazing combination!!! YUM!
Annmarie recently posted…Easy Meatless Monday Meal Prep With Six Pack Fitness
Thanks so much it was super tasty!
This looks so tasty and perfect for the season. Love the idea of shooters!
Marcia recently posted…Welcome Spring with this Veggie & Egg Strata
The shooters were fun!
What a great recipe! I love how the avocado makes it creamy without the cream. And the shots idea is adorable. What a fun & classy party touch.
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Your timing couldn’t be better! I just happen to have a fresh bunch of asparagus on hand (and I always have avocados, this is California after all). This sounds delicious!
Debbie @ Coach Debbie Runs recently posted…Berry Chocolate Cashew Smoothie with Manitoba Harvest Hemp Protein
And it’s vegan!! 🙂 Let me know if you try it out
You soup looks so healthy and tasty! Love that you used avocado to make the soup creamy. I’ve dont that with sauces but not yet with soup – great idea!
Mary Ellen @ VNutrition recently posted…Avocado Toast
Thanks so much! Can’t get enough avocado around here
I have had asparagus soup before and didn’t like it bc it was cold.But I also didn’t have it w avocado in it either, so will have to try it w that mixed in and eat it hot.
lacey@fairytalesandfitness.com recently posted…At Home Workouts you can do in 5 minutes
This one can certainly go either way. I love the flavor the avocado and cumin bring. Let me know if you like it!
This looks super tasty, Deborah. I love asparagus and avocado. Is it creamy? I think I’m going to make this over the weekend.
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You can make it more creamy by adding more avocado if you like. I thought it was rich enough as is. Hope you enjoy
I hope I can convince my husband that we should give this soup a try because it sounds absolutely delicious.
Kathryn @ Dancing to Running recently posted…ZOOMA Annapolis Half Marathon Training Log – Week 6
Thanks so much I really hope he likes it too!
Looks delicious! I’ve tried asparagus soup before, but I’ve never made it with avocado. It sounds like a great alternative to the cream that’s usually called for.
Chaitali recently posted…Oldfields Half Marathon training – week 1
Oh it’s so much healthier you will love it and won’t miss the cream at all
VERY interesting. I would never have thought to use asparagus in soup but I think I will give this a try COLD when our weather warms up a bit more. Looks like a very special lunch to me. Thanks!
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Oh great hope you enjoy it!
I like steamed asparagus especially when they’re in season. This soups looks delicious. Stumbling to share.
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You had me at asparagus and avocado! This looks delicious. Asparagus is one of my favorite spring veggies! It’s so fresh and delicious when you get it straight from the farmers’ market. I love to chop it up and put it in egg scrambles or pasta. Thanks for a great new way to use it! Pinned and will definitely be making this spring! 🙂
Rosey Rebecca recently posted…Butternut Squash Smoothie, Weight Loss & A Giveaway Winner
Oh great I really hope you enjoy it!
My hubby is crazy about asparagus, and loves it roasted. I’m going to share this recipe with him — thanks for posting! 🙂
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Thanks I really hope he likes it
Oh my goodness! Two of my favorite things! Can’t wait to try this!
Jennifer @ Dashing in Style recently posted…Announcing My New Blog: Dashing in Style
Thanks! 2 of my favorite things too 🙂
This sounds so refreshing! I’d definitely roast first like you did – gives it more flavor for sure!
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That sounds amazing!!! I love asparagus!!
Michelle @ Movin’ it with Michelle recently posted…Weekly Wrap up 3/13-First week down, ?? to go!
Thanks one of my favorite veggies too!
Great recipe! It looks so easy that even I can make it! Often I read recipes that are so complex that my eyes totally glaze over but not this one! Plus, I LOVE asparagus!
I promise this one is really easy!
Oh yum, I love the addition of the avocado! I can;t wait to try!!
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Cold soups are so great! I love avocado! Although and this may make you laugh, I’ve never tried asparagus before ever in my life.
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What no way! Run out immediately and get some
Awesome recipe! I need to add more avocado in my life. That healthy fat! I am trying to get on board with it in a smoothie. But a soup sounds way better!
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You can’t have too much avocado in your life!
I am so ready for all the Spring veggies! I love getting my hands on the first asparagus of the season, it’s such a bite (literally) of hope that winter is over. Love how you added pumpkin seeds on this too! I’m a sucker for crunch.
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Thanks so much! I agree the spring veggies are a bright sign of summer sun
Well, that sounds really tasty! How do you come up with such creative ideas?
Wendy@Taking the Long Way Home recently posted…Big Sur Marathon Training Week 6
Thanks I don’t know they just kind of come to me. Sometimes I see a recipe and think I can make that healthier.
not really a fan of cold soups, i am definitely more of a soup in the winter kind of person. that does look delicious!
glenneth recently posted…The Lunge Hold Challenge by Move It Monday
Well maybe you can squeeze it in before it warms up too much outside 🙂
I am a soup person and this totally made my day! I blend avocado all the time. It gives anything a very creamy consistency. Will def try this! Thanks
Thanks so much I really hope you enjoy it!
Oh, this sounds fantastic! I think I’d like it cold with some nice crusty bread,
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That sounds like a great summer lunch!
I love Asparagus & it’s one of the few veggies my son enjoy so I am looking forward to trying this! Pinned 🙂
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Great I hope you both enjoy it!
I could get along quite well with this recipe! 🙂
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Thanks! I hope you give it a try it’s a perfect lunch for your warm weather
I love asparagus but can’t remembered the last time I had asparagus soup and I love the addition of avocado! Can’t wait to try this one. Happy Meatless Monday!
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I love asparagus too and I thought it was a great combo
Asparagus is one of my all time favorite veggies. Grilled is my favorite way to prepare.
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Mine too! We have not officially pulled out the grill yet this spring and I can’t wait
Looks delicious, I am definitely going to try this soup. I love asparagus and avocado!
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thanks so much!
I do love Avocado’s. This soup looks delicious! My favorite veggie is spinach hands down. I eat it everyday and it is always in my smoothies.
Crystal Renaud recently posted…Making Time For Myself
OOh maybe I should try a spinach version too!
Cute way to serve them! I love soup shooters when I go to events.
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I know they are so fun! You can still join us for soup club
Looks fabulous, now I just need a chef:)
Abby @ BackAtSquareZero recently posted…2016 Race Calendar
oh that would be nice! This is so easy I think you can whip it up no problem
I need to try this! I’m a huge fan of asparagus! I love my ninja too!
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It’s very easy and the Ninja is awesome
I love hot soup, cold soups are just ok in my book. This one sounds delish, the definition of springtime in a bowl!
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Thanks so much I hope you enjoy it!
That looks absolutely delish! I’ve never had a cold soup…the sound of that actually make my brain hurt. lol Love the soup shots…very creative. I feel so NON creative. lol
This one is so easy I know you can make it!
Deborah – this soup sounds beyond delicious! Pinning! Love it!
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Thanks so much I hope you enjoy it!
Wow! This looks really yummy, I will have to give this a try. Sounds like a great dish to serve in the spring!
It is very easy to make too I think you will enjoy it!
I’ve never made asparagus soup! I usually just grill or saute them 🙂 great idea! Annnnd so glad you are on the newsletter now 🙂 <3
Oh the soup is fantastic!