Spring Detox Delight Sattvic Green Soup Recipe

As spring graces us with her lush greens, warm sunshine, and the vibrant hum of new beginnings, it feels natural to shed winter's heaviness and embrace the lightness of the season. Spring radiates sattvic qualities—clarity, purity, expansion, and brightness.

Spring is a season for letting go of kapha's dense, grounding energy, allowing us to feel revitalized and refreshed.

The beauty of an Ayurvedic diet lies in its alignment with nature, drawing inspiration from the foods that flourish in each season. In spring, for instance, the abundance of dandelion greens perfectly embodies the bitter taste that Ayurveda celebrates.

Green & Clean: Watercress & Asparagus Soup Delight

This easy sattvic soup combines the freshness of spring asparagus, vibrant bitter greens, and a hint of warming spices to ignite your digestive fire. The result? A nourishing, flavorful bowl that leaves you feeling light, refreshed, and energised.

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons ghee
• 1 bunch asparagus, chopped (reserve a few tops for garnish)
• 1 bunch watercress
• 1 avocado (set aside a few slices for garnish)
• ½ cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
• 2 cups hot water
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
• ½ teaspoon coriander powder
• Pinch of asafoetida
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

• In a medium soup pot, heat the ghee. Add ginger, coriander, and asafoetida, sautéing for 1–2 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
• Add the asparagus and cook for 3–4 minutes until tender. Lower the heat, add watercress, and cook for another 2–3 minutes.
• Transfer everything to a blender, then add avocado, parsley, lemon juice, and water. Blend until smooth and creamy, tasting and seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
• Serve in bowls, garnishing with avocado slices and asparagus tops. For a heartier option, ladle the soup over a scoop of well-cooked quinoa.

Enjoy this vibrant, nutrient-packed soup as a refreshing start to spring. Each spoonful celebrates the season’s flavors, leaving you feeling nourished, revitalised, and ready to embrace the energy of new beginnings.

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