Simple Norwegian Spinach Soup

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 3

Delicious and healthy Simple Norwegian Spinach Soup

by The Chefin Soup

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

150

Sugar

Fat

This Simple Norwegian Spinach Soup is a traditional dish from Norway. It is a simple soup made with fresh spinach and chicken broth, thickened with a roux of butter and flour. The soup is seasoned with salt, pepper, and nutmeg and served with boiled eggs crumbled on top. The result is a delicious and healthy soup that is both light and filling, perfect for any time of the day.

Instructions

1.	In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
2.	Add the flour and stir constantly until a paste forms.
3.	Add the chicken broth and stir until the paste has dissolved.
4.	Add salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Stir to combine.
5.	Bring the broth to a simmer over high heat.
6.	Add spinach to the broth, stir to combine and simmer over low heat for 5 minutes.
7.	Crumble the hardboiled eggs and divide them among the soup bowls. Serve hot.

PROS

Simple and easy to prepare with only a few ingredients, this soup is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.

It is low in calories and high in nutrients, packed with the goodness of fresh spinach.

The eggs add a unique flavor and make it a filling meal.

CONS

Some people may not like the taste of spinach or the texture of the soup.

It is not a complete meal on its own, as it does not contain any protein or carbohydrates.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Spinach is a superfood with numerous health benefits. It is loaded with vitamins and minerals, including vitamin K, vitamin A, iron, and calcium.
It contains antioxidants that help reduce inflammation and improve heart health. Studies have shown that regular consumption of spinach can also improve eye health and lower the risk of cancer.

	2 lbs fresh spinach ( or frozen , chopped spinach )
	8 cups chicken broth
	3 tablespoons butter
	2 tablespoons flour
	1 teaspoon salt
	1/4 teaspoon pepper
	1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
	2 eggs , hardboiled and sliced