Description
A vibrant, Mediterranean-inspired Green Olive Soup packed with briny olives, fresh herbs, and creamy potatoes. A light, healthy, and flavorful vegetarian meal.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 large potatoes (about 400g), peeled and cubed
1 cup green olives, pitted and sliced
4 cups vegetable broth
1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste
Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 3–5 minutes, until the onions are translucent and fragrant.
- Add the cubed potatoes and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 12–15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Stir in the sliced olives, chopped cilantro, and parsley. Let the soup simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- For a creamier texture, use an immersion blender to blend half of the soup directly in the pot, or transfer part of it to a traditional blender. Blend until smooth, then return it to the pot and stir.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, as needed. Serve the soup hot, with optional lemon wedges on the side for an added burst of flavor.
Notes
For a creamy version, add a spoonful of coconut cream or blend in some white beans after cooking.
Try adding chickpeas, grilled tofu, or tempeh for extra protein.
Experiment with different varieties of green olives to change the soup’s flavor profile.
If you prefer a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes or diced jalapeño when sautéing the onions and garlic.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup, Vegetarian
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
