Creamy Asparagus–Yukon Potato Soup with Crab and Chive Cream
This bowl blends tender asparagus and buttery Yukon potatoes into a smooth, herb-kissed soup with gentle garlic and thyme. A swirl of chive-lemon sour cream adds bright tang, while sweet lump crab provides a luxurious finish. Creamy Asparagus–Yukon Potato Soup with Crab and Chive Cream is perfect for a spring dinner or an elegant starter for guests.
- Prep25 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Creamy Asparagus–Yukon Potato Soup with Crab and Chive Cream, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 58 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 100 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 15
- Heart Health
- 69
- Metabolic
- 25
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 46
- Performance
- 47
- General Wellness
- 1
In a small bowl, mix the sour cream, chives, and lemon juice. Season with salt and white pepper. Cover and refrigerate until needed to let the flavors blend.
- 2
Heat the olive oil and butter in a soup pot over medium heat. Add the asparagus and the onion; cook, stirring, until the onion is soft, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and the thyme, and cook just until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the flour until smooth, then slowly whisk in the chicken stock to prevent lumps. Add the potatoes and bring to a simmer. Simmer over medium heat until the potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
- 3
Puree the soup in a food processor or blender, or use a stick blender in the pot. Return it to the pot and bring to a gentle simmer. Season with salt and white pepper.
- 4
To serve, ladle the soup into warmed bowls and top with a dollop of the chive sour cream and a few pieces of crabmeat. Add extra chives as a garnish if you have them.
- Calories 187.55 kcal Moderate 9%
- Protein 10.93 g Good Source 22%
- Carbohydrate 24.46 g 9%
- Total Fat 5.6 g Moderate 7%
- Saturated Fat 2.38 g Moderate 12%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 31.61 mg Moderate 11%
- Sodium 887.69 mg High 39%
- Dietary Fiber 3.01 g Moderate 11%
- Total Sugars 2.02 g --
- Added Sugars 0.05 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 131.89 mg Moderate 10%
- Iron 3.16 mg Moderate 18%
- Potassium 546.43 mg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin A 32.08 mcg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin C 8.34 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Shellfish 🦐
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Creamy Asparagus Yukon Potato Soup with Crab and Chive Cream is made with 14 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 50 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Asparagus, Butter, and Chicken Stock. Each serving provides about 187.55 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Creamy Asparagus–Yukon Potato Soup with Crab and Chive Cream made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Asparagus, Butter, Chicken Stock, Diced Potatoes. The full list of 14 is above.
- How long does it take to make Creamy Asparagus–Yukon Potato Soup with Crab and Chive Cream?
- About 50 mins in total: 25 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 187.55 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Creamy Asparagus–Yukon Potato Soup with Crab and Chive Cream easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 14 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Creamy Asparagus–Yukon Potato Soup with Crab and Chive Cream healthy?
- Creamy Asparagus–Yukon Potato Soup with Crab and Chive Cream has an easyChef Pro health score of 49/100. Per serving, it provides 187.55 calories and 10.93 g of protein, or 22% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 887.69 mg (39% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 2.38 g (12% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Shellfish, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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