Description
Jamie Oliver’s Lettuce Soup is a simple, healthy soup that combines fresh lettuce with onions, garlic, and herbs, blended to create a smooth, creamy consistency. This unique dish is light yet flavorful, making it a refreshing soup option.
Ingredients
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- 1 large head of lettuce (such as Romaine or Butterhead), chopped
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- 1 medium onion, diced
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- 2 cloves garlic, minced
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- 1 medium potato, peeled and diced (for creaminess)
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
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- 750ml vegetable or chicken stock
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- Salt and pepper to taste
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- Fresh herbs (such as parsley, chives, or dill) for garnish
Instructions
In a large pot, heat the olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the diced potato to the pot and stir to coat it with the oil and onion mixture. This will add a creamy texture to the soup.
Pour in the vegetable or chicken stock, ensuring the potato is submerged. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the potato is tender.
Add the chopped lettuce to the pot and cook for 3-5 minutes, until the lettuce is wilted but still vibrant green.
Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth and creamy. If you don’t have an immersion blender, carefully transfer the soup in batches to a regular blender and blend until smooth.
Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve warm.