9. Tomato Ginger Beetroot Soup
Ingredients:
- 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
- A small piece of beetroot, peeled and chopped
- ¼-inch piece of ginger, peeled and chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Cook the chopped veggies with 1 cup water in a pressure cooker on a high flame for 2 whistles.
- Turn off the flame and let the pressure release on its own.
- Using a hand blender or food processor, grind the tomato, beetroot and ginger till smooth.
- Strain the blended mixture. Add more water if it’s too thick.
- Heat the soup until it boils. Season with salt and pepper and serve warm.
10. Creamy Spinach Soup
Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoon spinach puree
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- 1 tablespoon wheat flour
- 1 and half cup milk
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon fresh cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Heat butter in a pan. Add garlic and sauté till the raw smell goes.
- Add wheat flour and fry for 2 minutes. Add milk and keep stirring to avoid any lumps.
- Let the milk come to a boil. Lower the heat and add black pepper.
- Stir in the spinach puree and let the mixture cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring in between.
- Add salt, mix well and remove the pan from heat.
- Add fresh cream and serve warm.
You can serve restaurant-style thick soups by using ingredients like yogurt or mashed lentils. This ensures the soups remain healthy and nutritious while also tasting and looking good!