Nettle Soup (Brennesselsuppe)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 14
Healthy and delicious Nettle Soup (Brennesselsuppe) recipe
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Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

500 g spinach leaves or 500 g stinging nettles
125 ml white wine
125 ml cream or 125 ml creme fraiche
750 ml vegetable broth
2 shallots ( chopped )
2 garlic cloves ( minced )
1 tablespoon butter
salt and pepper
pumpkin seeds ( roasted and chopped for garnish )
fresh edible flower
2 potatoes ( cubed , for thickness ) ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
186
Sugar
6g
Fat
9g
Nettle soup, or Brennesselsuppe, is a traditional German soup made with stinging nettles or spinach. Despite its prickly reputation, nettles have been used for centuries in traditional medicine to treat a variety of health issues. This soup is a great way to incorporate this nutritious green into your diet, and its mild, creamy flavor makes it a delicious and satisfying meal option. With its rich green color and flavorful garnishes, Nettle Soup is also visually beautiful and perfect to serve to guests.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, sauté the chopped shallots and minced garlic in butter until soft.
2.Add in vegetable broth, white wine, and cubed potatoes. Bring the mixture to a boil.
3.Add in the spinach leaves or stinging nettles and let simmer for 10-15 minutes.
4.Use an immersion blender or transfer mixture to a blender to blend the soup until smooth.
5.Add in cream or creme fraiche and season with salt and pepper to taste.
6.Serve hot, garnished with chopped roasted pumpkin seeds and fresh edible flowers.

PROS

Nettle Soup is a great way to incorporate healthy greens like spinach or stinging nettles into your diet.
These greens are rich in nutrients like iron, calcium, and vitamins A and C.

This soup is low in calories and fat, making it a healthy and filling meal option.

It’s also vegetarian and can easily be made vegan by using a plant-based cream substitute.

CONS

Handling stinging nettles can be difficult because of their prickly nature, but wearing gloves and using scissors can make it easier.

The soup can be too thick or thin depending on personal preference, so it may take some trial and error to achieve the perfect texture.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The greens used in Nettle soup are rich in antioxidants, which can help prevent damage to cells and support a healthy immune system.
They are also beneficial in reducing inflammation, improving bone health, and aiding in digestion.

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