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By Rachel Beller, MS, RDN
Best Selling Author and CEO Beller Nutritional Institute
Springtime is the perfect season to embrace lighter, fresher flavors, and what better way than with a bowl of vibrant Green Pea & Asparagus Soup? A star-studded favorite among my clients and masterclass members, this soup isn’t your ordinary bowl of green goodness. Packed with the dynamic duo of peas and asparagus, it’s a flavorful powerhouse that’s perfect for any occasion. My Vegitude Power Spice Synergy Blend is expertly crafted with anti-cancer spices that are rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. And let’s not forget parsley— the power up ingredient that infuses anti-cancer benefits by way of the antioxidant apigenin, while offering potential debloat support and a delectable pepperiness to your meal. This soup is your ticket to delicious, feel-good dining!
Serves: 6
Serving Size: 2 cups
Ingredients
1 tablespoon avocado oil
1 1/2 cups chopped leeks
1 teaspoon Beller Nutrition Vegitude Power Spice Blend
8 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
6 cups frozen green peas
2 bunches of asparagus (30 to 40 stalks), tough ends removed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Directions
- Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the leeks and sauté for 4 minutes, until softened. Add the Vegitude Power blend.
- Add the broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in the peas and asparagus and simmer, covered, for 3 minutes longer.
- Carefully place half of the soup in a high-powered blender and puree until smooth, then return it to the pot.
- Add the parsley and stir well to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.
Rachel Beller is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), CEO of Beller Nutritional Institute, creator of the Beller Nutrition Masterclass and best-selling author. She specializes in oncology and weight management. Visit bellernutrition.com for more information.
This recipe was submitted by the non-profit organization, Sharsheret, The Jewish Breast Cancer and Ovarian Cancer Community. If you or someone you love has been impacted by breast or ovarian cancer or has elevated genetic risk, contact Sharsheret for free support and resources. For more information, visit sharsheret.org or call (866) 474-2774.
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