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Cream of asparagus soup
Calories & nutrition facts
ready-to-serve
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 33 kcal —
- Protein 1.1 g 2%
- Carbohydrate 3.7 g 1%
- Fat 1.2 g 2%
- Saturated fat 0.7 g 3%
- Fibre 0.7 g 3%
- Sugars 0.8 g —
- Sodium 237 mg 10%
- Cholesterol 3.6 mg 1%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 8 µg 1%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.01 mg 1%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.03 mg 2%
- Niacin (B3) 0.44 mg 3%
- Vitamin B6 0.04 mg 2%
- Folate (B9) 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin B12 0.02 µg 1%
Minerals
- Calcium 14 mg 1%
- Iron 0.3 mg 2%
- Magnesium 6 mg 1%
- Phosphorus 27 mg 2%
- Potassium 94 mg 2%
- Zinc 0.3 mg 3%
- Copper 0.04 mg 5%
- Manganese 0.05 mg 2%
- Selenium 1.1 µg 2%
Similar foods
- Asparagus soupw/ roux, RTE, canned, heated35 kcal / 100 g
- Cream of chicken soupcanned, condensed90 kcal / 100 g
- Mushroom cream soupready-to-serve91 kcal / 100 g
- Potato cream soupready-to-serve46 kcal / 100 g
- Cream stock soup sauceready-to-serve62 kcal / 100 g
- Vegetable cream soupdehydrated446 kcal / 100 g
- Onion cream soupcanned, condensed88 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Cream of asparagus soup
How do you make cream of asparagus soup smooth rather than stringy?
Trim off the woody ends, slice the spears, and simmer them until tender, usually about 10–15 minutes. Blend thoroughly, then push the soup through a fine sieve if the stalks still leave fibres.
Can you make cream of asparagus soup without cream?
Yes. Blend the cooked asparagus with potato or white beans for body, or stir in a little milk or oat drink; add it after blending and warm gently without boiling.
How do you store leftover cream of asparagus soup?
Cool it promptly, cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat until steaming hot, stirring often; if it has separated, whisk or briefly blend it back together.
What can you serve with cream of asparagus soup?
Crusty bread, cheese toast or a savoury scone makes a simple accompaniment. A poached egg, crisp bacon or a few asparagus tips also work well as a topping.
Can you freeze cream of asparagus soup?
You can, but soups made with cream may separate after thawing. For the best texture, freeze it before adding cream, then thaw in the fridge, reheat gently and stir in the cream at the end.
Is cream of asparagus soup different from asparagus soup?
Cream of asparagus soup is generally enriched or thickened for a smoother, richer texture; asparagus soup may be broth-based and lighter. Per 100 g, cream of asparagus soup has 33 kcal, compared with 35 kcal in asparagus soup.
How much sodium is in cream of asparagus soup?
A 200 g bowl provides 237 mg of sodium. If you are making it yourself, use unsalted stock and season at the end, since stock and added salt can quickly make the soup saltier.
Source: Canadian Nutrient File 7404 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
