Description
Green Olive Soup is a delightful blend of briny green olives and aromatic herbs simmered in a rich vegetable broth. This nutrient-rich dish is quick to prepare, making it perfect for any occasion—from cozy family dinners to elegant gatherings. In under an hour, you can serve a warm, flavorful bowl that tantalizes the taste buds and nourishes the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups pitted green olives
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add pitted green olives and cook for another 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender (blend half for texture if desired).
- Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and lemon juice if desired.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg