Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 4
Rich in nutrients and packed with deep, earthy flavors, Wild Nettle Soup is a delicious and sustainable way to enjoy foraged greens! 🌿✨ Nettles are full of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, making this creamy soup a comforting and immune-boosting delight.
Ingredients For Wild Nettle Soup
🔥For the Soup:
☑ 4 cups fresh wild nettles (wear gloves when handling!) 🌱
☑ 1 tablespoon🥄 olive oil 🫒
☑ 1 onion, finely chopped 🧅
☑ 2 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
☑ 1 medium potato, diced 🥔
☑ 4 cups vegetable broth 🥣
☑ 1 teaspoon🥄 lemon juice 🍋
☑ ½ teaspoon🥄 sea salt 🧂
☑ ¼ teaspoon🥄 black pepper ✨
☑ ½ teaspoon🥄 ground nutmeg (optional) 🌰
☑ ½ cup coconut milk or heavy cream 🥥
🔥For Garnish:
☑ A drizzle of olive oil 🫒
☑ Toasted pumpkin seeds or pine nuts 🌰
☑ Fresh herbs (parsley or chives) 🌿
👩🍳 Cooking Steps For Wild Nettle Soup
🔥 Step 1: Prepare the Nettles
1️⃣ Wearing gloves, rinse the nettles thoroughly and remove any tough stems.
2️⃣ Blanch nettles in boiling water for 1 minute to neutralize the sting, then drain and set aside.
🔥 Step 2: Cook the Soup Base
1️⃣ In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2️⃣ Add chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
3️⃣ Stir in garlic and diced potato, cooking for another 2 minutes.
🔥 Step 3: Simmer & Blend
1️⃣ Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Cook until the potatoes are soft, about 15 minutes.
2️⃣ Add blanched nettles, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
3️⃣ Blend the soup using an immersion blender (or in batches in a regular blender) until smooth and creamy.
4️⃣ Stir in coconut milk or heavy cream for extra richness.
🔥 Step 4: Serve & Enjoy!
1️⃣ Ladle into bowls and drizzle with olive oil.
2️⃣ Top with toasted pumpkin seeds and fresh herbs.
3️⃣ Serve warm with crusty bread and enjoy!
🌿 Silky, earthy, and packed with nutrients—Wild Nettle Soup is a nourishing and delicious way to enjoy nature’s superfood! 🥣✨ Try this foraged classic today! 🚀
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