Spinach & Pea Bliss Soup
BEST FOR
Lunch
Dinner
SOUP
SERVES 2
TIME: 45 mins
SOUPS
INGREDIENTS
Veggie Ingredients
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 2 cups chopped spinach
• 1/2 cup green peas (fresh)
• 1⁄2 cup chopped cauliflower
• 1⁄2 cup chopped cabbage
• 1/4 cup chopped coriander
• 1 cup water
Other Ingredients
• 1/4 teaspoon Fenugreek leave Powder (kasuri methi powder)
• 1⁄2 teaspoon black pepper powder
• 1/4 teaspoon fennel powder
• 1⁄2 cup almond milk
• 1⁄2 cup water
• 1 teaspoon rock salt
Toppings
• 2 tablepsoons small-chopped tomato, de-seeded
• 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds, roasted
PREPARATION
Prepare 1⁄2 cup almond milk.
METHOD
1. Heat a pot, and roast the cumin seeds for a minute. Add all the remaining veggie ingredients, except water, into the pot, and sauté for 3 minutes on medium flame.
2. Add the water to the pot. Cover and allow to cook for 10 minutes until soft.
3. Once cooked, switch off the stove and let the vegetables cool.
4. Transfer the cooked veggies (along with the water) to a blender. Add the kasuri methi powder, black pepper powder, and fennel powder, and blend until smooth.
5. Transfer the blended mixture into a pot. Add the almond milk and water. Stir and allow to cook for 5 minutes.
6. Switch off the stove, add the rock salt, and stir.
7. Garnish with the toppings and serve warm.
Benefits of this Recipe:
- Spinach: Packed with iron, vitamin C, and antioxidants, spinach supports immune function and promotes healthy skin and bones.
- Green Peas: High in protein and fiber, they help with digestion and blood sugar control.
- Cauliflower & Cabbage: Both are excellent sources of vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants, supporting digestion and reducing inflammation.
- Almond Milk: Low in calories and rich in vitamin E, almond milk helps keep skin healthy and supports heart health.
- Cumin & Fennel: These spices aid digestion, reduce bloating, and have anti-inflammatory properties.
- Sunflower Seeds: Rich in healthy fats, magnesium, and antioxidants, they promote heart health and improve skin texture.
Nutritive Value (per serving, approximate):
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Protein: 6 g
- Fat: 6 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Sugar: 4 g
- Iron: 3 mg
- Vitamin A: 3500 IU
- Vitamin C: 30 mg