Sorrel and Lemon Soup

Sorrel and Lemon Soup is a refreshing and tangy soup that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The sorrel leaves give the soup a beautiful green color, and the lemon juice adds a bright and citrusy flavor. This soup is also very easy to make, and can be ready in under 30 minutes.

Sorrel and Lemon Soup is a classic French dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. The soup is said to have originated in the Loire Valley, where sorrel is a common ingredient in many dishes. Sorrel is a leafy green vegetable that has a slightly sour flavor. It is often used in salads, soups, and stews. The lemon juice in this soup helps to balance out the sourness of the sorrel, and adds a refreshing brightness to the dish. This soup is a great way to use up fresh sorrel, and is a delicious and healthy meal.

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

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 bunch sorrel leaves, chopped
• 1/2 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
4. Add the vegetable broth, sorrel leaves, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes.
7. Puree the soup in a blender until smooth.
8. Serve hot or cold.

Why It Works

• The olive oil helps to sauté the onion and garlic, which adds flavor to the soup.
• The vegetable broth provides the base for the soup.
• The sorrel leaves add a beautiful green color and a slightly sour flavor to the soup.
• The lemon juice adds a bright and citrusy flavor to the soup.
• The salt and black pepper help to season the soup.
• Pureeing the soup in a blender makes it smooth and creamy.