Spring Green Soup

16 ingredients
5 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch Swiss chard, about 2 pounds, rinsed and stemmed
  • 1 bunch dandelion greens, about 1 1/2 pounds, rinsed and stemmed
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 scallions, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon chopped chili pepper
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup thinly sliced fresh fennel
  • 1 cup peeled and cubed potatoes
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, plus mint for garnish if desired
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup yogurt, plus yogurt for garnish if desired
  • 1 cup grated feta cheese

Directions

  1. 1
    In a large pot over medium heat, put the chard, dandelion greens, butter, scallions, garlic and chili pepper and cook 3 to 5 minutes, until wilted.
  2. 2
    Add the chicken broth, fennel, potatoes, sugar, salt and white pepper; cover and simmer 45 minutes.
  3. 3
    Remove the pot from the heat and let it cool slightly.
  4. 4
    Add the mint, milk and yogurt and puree in a food processor or blender.
  5. 5
    Serve warm, garnished with a heavy sprinkle of shredded feta and additional yogurt and mint if desired.

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