Quick and Easy Greek Fennel Soup with Hemp Seeds
What Started it all:
Hemp Seeds, Fennel bulb, broth or stock (chicken, vegetable), stove
Delicious and nutritious Greek-inspired soup perfect for a quick weeknight meal. Combines fennel bulb and hemp seeds with a rich broth for a comforting dish ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large fennel bulb, thinly sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup hemp seeds
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot.
- Sauté for about 5 minutes, until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
- Add the thinly sliced fennel bulb to the pot.
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for about 15 minutes, until the fennel is tender.
- Add the hemp seeds to the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
And there you have it, a quick and easy Greek fennel soup with hemp seeds that's both nutritious and delicious! Perfect for any weeknight dinner, this soup is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Enjoy, and happy cooking!