ASPARAGUS AND DILL AVGOLEMONO SOUP

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Categories     Soup/Stew     Blender     Food Processor     Egg     Easter     Lemon     Asparagus     Spring     Healthy     Dill     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 9 cups, serving 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/3 cups finely chopped white part of leek, washed well and drained
1 1/3 cups finely chopped onion
1 cup thinly sliced celery
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 pounds asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces, reserving about 30 tips for garnish
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups water
3 large eggs
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice plus additional to taste if desired
3 tablespoons minced fresh dill
dill sprigs for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large heavy saucepan cook the leek, the onion, and the celery with salt and pepper to taste in the butter over moderate heat, stirring, until the vegetables are softened, add the asparagus pieces, the broth, and the water, and simmer the mixture, covered for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender. Purée the soup in batches in a blender or food processor until it is smooth, transferring it as it is puréed to another large heavy saucepan, and let it cool to lukewarm.
  • In a saucepan of boiling water cook the reserved asparagus tips for 3 to 4 minutes, or until they are tender, and transfer them with a slotted spoon to a bowl of ice and cold water to stop the cooking. Drain the asparagus tips and reserve them.
  • In a heatproof bowl whisk together the eggs and 1/4 cup of the lemon juice, add 1 cup of the lukewarm soup in a stream, whisking, and whisk the egg mixture into the remaining soup. Cook the soup over moderately low heat, whisking and being careful not to let it boil, until it is thickened slightly and registers 160°F. on a candy thermometer and whisk in the minced dill, the additional lemon juice, and salt and pepper to taste. (The soup may be prepared up to this point 1 day in advance and kept covered and chilled. To reheat the soup, cook it over low heat, stirring, until it is hot, being careful not to let it boil.) Serve the soup either hot or chilled, garnished with the reserved asparagus tips and the dill sprigs.

Muhammad Salam
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I'm always looking for new and healthy soup recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's low in calories and fat, and it's packed with vegetables.


Mahmood Anjum
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This soup is so easy to make, and it's packed with flavor. I love that I can make it in just a few minutes.


Mahadi Hasan Sakil
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover rice. I had some leftover rice from dinner the night before, and this soup was the perfect way to use it up.


Syd
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I'm not a huge fan of asparagus, but I really enjoyed this soup. The dill and lemon really helped to balance out the flavor of the asparagus.


nadeem waheed
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This soup is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also great for meal prep.


Baterdene Azzaya
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new favorite in my household.


Tebatso Mokwena
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This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


SAGAR JCY
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I love the combination of asparagus and dill in this soup. It's a really unique and refreshing flavor.


LESTGITUAIL
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This is the best asparagus soup I've ever had. It's so flavorful and easy to make.


Hairhan Kenjegul
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I'm not a big fan of soups, but this one is really good. The flavors are well-balanced and the texture is creamy and smooth.


Alhaj Islam
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day.


sergio robinson
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I'm always looking for new and exciting soup recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's unique and flavorful, and I can't wait to make it again.


Mansoor Jan wafa
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This soup is so good, I could eat it every day.


Abubakari Iddrisu
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I made this soup for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Sau Chrn
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. I had some asparagus that was starting to wilt, and this soup was the perfect way to use it up.


Samuel Nambala
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I'm not a big fan of dill, but I really enjoyed this soup. The dill flavor was very mild and complemented the other ingredients well.


king alom
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This soup is packed with flavor. I love the tangy lemon and the subtle sweetness of the asparagus.


Kent Ellis
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this soup was to make. It came together in just a few minutes.


Robert Watson IV
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This is a great soup for a light and refreshing meal. I love the combination of asparagus and dill.


Yeasin ali Official
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This soup was absolutely delicious! The flavors of the asparagus, dill, and lemon were perfectly balanced. I will definitely be making this again.