Best 4 Romaine Lettuce Soup Recipes

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Romaine lettuce, a commonly used ingredient in salads and sandwiches, is not often thought of as the main ingredient in a hearty and flavorful soup. This article aims to showcase the versatility of romaine lettuce by providing a recipe for a delicious and wholesome romaine lettuce soup. This recipe not only utilizes the crunchy texture and slightly bitter flavor of romaine lettuce but also combines it with other nutritious ingredients, resulting in a comforting soup that is perfect for a cozy meal.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

ROMAINE LETTUCE SOUP



Romaine Lettuce Soup image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, sliced
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
2 garlic cloves, sliced
5 tomatillos, husked, washed and roughly chopped
1 to 3 jalapeno chiles, stemmed
2 quarts chicken stock or water
1 large or 2 small heads Romaine lettuce, cored, cleaned and roughly chopped
1 bunch cilantro, leaves and stems, chopped
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons heavy cream
2 teaspoons anchovy paste

Steps:

  • In a heavy stockpot, over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Saute the onions with the salt and pepper until translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the garlic, tomatillo and jalapeno(s) and cook another 5 minutes. Pour in the chicken stock or water. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook 20 minutes. Stir in the lettuce and cook 10 minutes longer. Add the cilantro to the soup and bring to a boil. Remove from the heat, and puree in a blender or food processor. If you want a more elegant soup, pass through a strainer. Bring back to a boil before serving. Beat 1 cup of the heavy cream until soft peaks form. In a small bowl, mix the anchovy paste with the remaining 2 tablespoons cream until smooth. Fold into the whipped cream and beat a few more strokes. Serve the soup hot with dollops of the anchovy cream garnish.

CREAMY ROMAINE LETTUCE SOUP



Creamy Romaine Lettuce Soup image

I had an overabundance of romaine lettuce so I looked up some ideas online. I found a delicious recipe for Romaine Lettuce soup and added a few tweaks. I would have never thought of using lettuce for a soup!

Provided by Desiree Stone

Categories     Other Soups

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 Tbsp butter
1 small onion
1 qt chicken broth
8 c romaine lettuce, chopped
2 c heavy cream (may use half and half)
dash(es) tabasco sauce
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Melt butter in a medium sized sauce pan. Saute onions in butter until tender.
  • 2. Add chicken broth to onions and bring to a boil. Stir chopped lettuce into liquid; let cook over low heat for about 10 minutes (or until tender). Remove from heat and let stand until cooled.
  • 3. Place lettuce mixture into a blender, half at a time, until all ingredients are completely pureed. Pour, now pureed, lettuce mixture into saucepan over medium heat. ** Do not Boil**
  • 4. Add cream and tabasco sauce to taste; salt and pepper may be added for extra flavor. Heat through and serve.

ROMAINE LETTUCE SOUP



Romaine Lettuce Soup image

Romaine lettuce tends to come in three-packs and can be hard to use up in a small household. Here's a delicious way to use much of it very quickly. You will be surprised how good lettuce soup is!

Provided by Heidi Hoerman

Categories     Vegetable Soup

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 Tbsp butter
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium new potato, cut into 1/4 inch dice
2 heads romaine lettuce, sliced, hard end discarded
5 c chicken broth
1/4 c chopped fresh basil leaves
salt and pepper to taste
1 slice deli ham, minced
1/4 c julienned (not grated) parmesan

Steps:

  • 1. In a heavy soup pan or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • 2. Saute the onion and potato in the butter until the onion browns slightly and the potato starts to stick. Use a 1/4 cup of the chicken broth to deglaze the pan, loosening any browned potato from the bottom of the pan.
  • 3. Add the sliced lettuce, stir, and cover to steam briefly. Stir every minute or so and continue until the lettuce has thoroughly wilted.
  • 4. Add the chicken broth and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  • 5. Turn off the heat, add the fresh basil and process with an immersion blender. Adjust the taste with salt and pepper.
  • 6. Add the ham and cheese and stir very briefly. Try not to stir so much that the cheese disappears.
  • 7. Serve warm or freeze for later reheating.

VEGAN CREAM OF ROMAINE LETTUCE SOUP?! WITH GARLIC MUSHROOMS AND



Vegan Cream of Romaine Lettuce Soup?! With Garlic Mushrooms And image

very odd recipe I came up with when I needed to use a head of romaine lettuce, and wanted something warm. The cinnamon and nutmeg give it a comforting sweet-ish taste. Enjoy if you dare to be adventurous! For more "creamier" use more flour, or replace some water with soymilk

Provided by hungry vegan

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 carrots (chopped)
20 small mushrooms (chopped-the smaller the better)
1 head romaine lettuce
1 tablespoon salt
1 dash pepper
1/2 tablespoon cinnamon
1/2 tablespoon nutmeg
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 tablespoon cashews (finely ground)
2 tablespoons almonds (finely ground)
2 tablespoons flax seeds
1 cup soymilk (fortified with calcium and B12)
7 cups water
4 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves (finely chopped)

Steps:

  • Put romaine lettuce through food processor (or finely grate).
  • On medium-high heat, in a pan with 2tbsp olive oil, fry mushrooms, garlic, pepper to taste.
  • Heat 1 cup of water, 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot.
  • Add carrots, lettuce, flax seeds and salt to pot.
  • In a large bowl mix soymilk, water, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, ground cashews, ground almonds.
  • When carrots get soft, dump garlic mushrooms into pot and add flour/water mixture.
  • Stir, and add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Enjoy!
  • You can put the whole soup through the food processor so it is smooth, or enjoy with yummy chunks of carrot and mushroom -- Great to store extra in fridge and enjoy later.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151.1, Fat 8.5, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 743, Carbohydrate 16.2, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 2.3, Protein 5.2

Tips:

  • Choose fresh and crisp romaine lettuce for the best flavor and texture.
  • Rinse the lettuce thoroughly to remove any dirt or grit.
  • Chop the lettuce into small pieces for even cooking.
  • Use a variety of vegetables to add flavor and nutrients to the soup.
  • Season the soup to taste with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices.
  • Serve the soup hot with a side of crusty bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Romaine lettuce soup is a delicious and healthy soup that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its fresh, crisp flavor and variety of vegetables, romaine lettuce soup is a great way to enjoy the benefits of this leafy green.

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