Spanish Garlic Soup (Vegetarian) – Sopa de Ajo
Experience the comforting warmth of Spanish Garlic Soup, known as Sopa de Ajo. This vegetarian delight features a harmonious blend of aromatic garlic, rich vegetable broth, and a hint of smoked paprika, creating a dish that’s both hearty and flavorful. Perfect for chilly evenings or as a starter at gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe brings rustic charm to your dining table. With just a handful of simple ingredients like fresh garlic and olive oil, you can whip up this satisfying soup in under 30 minutes. Pair it with crusty bread or croutons for added texture and enjoy every spoonful of its robust flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 baguette
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 12 cloves garlic (peeled and finely sliced)
- 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 8 cups vegetable broth
- 2 teaspoons salt (omit if using pre-packaged broth)
- 2 tablespoons apple juice vinegar
- 3 large eggs (whisked)
Instructions
- Thinly slice the garlic cloves and cut the baguette into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and add the sliced garlic.
- Sauté the garlic until golden brown (about 3-5 minutes), stirring frequently.
- Stir in the smoked paprika and cook for an additional minute.
- Gradually pour in the vegetable broth while stirring; bring to a gentle boil.
- Add salt (if necessary) and apple juice vinegar; simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Reduce heat slightly and slowly whisk in the eggs while stirring gently to create ribbons.
- Serve hot with toasted baguette pieces or croutons on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 186mg