Puree of Asparagus with Soba Noodles Recipe

Name: Puree of Asparagus with Soba Noodles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds asparagus; 1 tablespoon dark sesame oil; 1 large onion, chopped; One 32-ounce carton low-sodium vegetable broth; 2 large celery stalks, diced; 2 medium potatoes, scrubbed and diced; 2 teaspoons salt-free seasoning (see page 4 for brands); 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce, or more to taste; 4 ounces soba, any variety; Freshly ground pepper to taste; 1/2 cup slivered or sliced almonds, toasted, for garnish; Sliced scallions or minced chives for garnish

Servings: persons

2 pounds asparagus
1 tablespoon dark sesame oil
1 large onion, chopped
One 32-ounce carton low-sodium vegetable broth
2 large celery stalks, diced
2 medium potatoes, scrubbed and diced
2 teaspoons salt-free seasoning (see page 4 for brands)
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce, or more to taste
4 ounces soba, any variety
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1/2 cup slivered or sliced almonds, toasted, for garnish
Sliced scallions or minced chives for garnish

1
Trim the woody ends from the asparagus, peel the bottom halves with a vegetable peeler, and cut into 1-inch lengths.
2
Reserve and set aside the tips.
3
Heat the oil in a large soup pot.
4
Add the onion and saute over medium heat until golden.
5
Add the broth, celery, potatoes, seasoning, and soy sauce.
6
Bring to a rapid simmer, then lower the heat.
7
Cover and simmer gently for 10 minutes.
8
Add the asparagus pieces (except for the reserved tips) and simmer for another 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
9
Remove from the heat.
10
With a slotted spoon, transfer the solid ingredients to a food processor.
11
Puree in batches until smooth and stir back into the liquid in the soup pot.
12
Or insert an immersion blender into the soup pot and puree until smooth.
13
Let the soup stand off the heat while doing the finishing steps.
14
Break the buckwheat noodles into 1- to- 2-inch lengths.
15
In a separate saucepan, cook them in rapidly simmering water until al dente.
16
Drain and rinse them briefly under cool water, then stir into the soup.
17
In the same saucepan, steam the reserved asparagus tips until bright green and tender-crisp, then stir into the soup.
18
Adjust the consistency of the soup with enough water to give it a slightly thick consistency.
19
Season with freshly ground pepper and additional soy sauce, if needed.
20
Serve at once, garnishing each serving with the almonds and scallions.
21
Per serving:
22
Calories: 226
23
Total fat: 7g
24
Protein: 10g
25
Fiber: 6g
26
Carbohydrate: 37g
27
Cholesterol: 0mg
28
Sodium: 586mg

235

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds asparagus, 1 tablespoon dark sesame oil, 1 large onion, chopped, One 32-ounce carton low-sodium vegetable broth, and more.

Yes, Puree of Asparagus with Soba Noodles falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Puree of Asparagus with Soba Noodles

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Variations & substitutions

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