Spinach in Winter: A Nutrient-Rich Choice for Healthy Soups
Spinach is a vital leafy vegetable particularly beneficial during the winter months. Cold temperatures stimulate the production of natural sugars, leading to the harvest of sweet-flavoured spinach compared to summer-grown.
Additionally, spinach is rich in important nutrients making it an essential food choice in the colder months when the body needs extra care.
- Spinach is packed with antioxidants such as beta-carotene and vitamin C which support the immune system
- It is also rich in high levels of folate, vitamin K, magnesium
Spinach Soup
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- To make Spinach soup start by washing and roughly chopping fresh spinach and onions
- In a pan, heat any preferred oil or butter, add chopped garlic and chilies, and sauté till it turns golden.
- Add chopped onions, crushed black pepper, and bay leaf to the pan. Sauté till the onion turns translucent and add chopped spinach. Cook for a few minutes then take off the stove and let it cool.
- Once cooled, blend the mixture with some water or vegetable broth until smooth.
- Return the blended mixture to the stove add salt adjust consistency with more broth or water and simmer for a few minutes
- Serve warm garnished with crème,
- Extra toasted nuts or seeds such as pumpkin seeds or almonds can be added for texture and according to personal preferences
