Peaceful Creamy Avocado and Spinach Soup

This avocado and spinach soup is a creamy, comforting, and healthy meal that's perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner. The avocados add a rich, velvety texture, while the spinach provides a boost of nutrients. The cumin, salt, and pepper add a touch of savory flavor, and the coconut milk adds a hint of sweetness. This soup is also gluten-free and vegan, making it a great option for people with dietary restrictions.

The avocado and spinach soup was created by a team of chefs at Serious Eats in 2018. The chefs were looking for a way to create a creamy, flavorful soup that was also healthy and easy to make. They experimented with different ingredients and flavors, and eventually came up with this recipe. The soup was an instant hit with the Serious Eats staff, and it has since become one of the most popular recipes on the website.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2 ripe avocados
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup packed fresh spinach
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut milk

Instructions

1. In a large pot over medium-high heat, sauté the onion until softened.
2. Add the garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper and cook for 1 minute more.
3. Stir in the vegetable broth, avocados, and spinach and bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and stir in the coconut milk and cilantro.
6. Serve immediately.

Why It Works

• The avocados add a rich, velvety texture to the soup.
• The spinach provides a boost of nutrients.
• The cumin, salt, and pepper add a touch of savory flavor.
• The coconut milk adds a hint of sweetness.
• The soup is gluten-free and vegan, making it a great option for people with dietary restrictions.