Spinach–Mushroom Soup with Herbed Spaetzle
Spinach–Mushroom Soup with Herbed Spaetzle blends tender mushrooms and leafy spinach in a light, savory chicken broth, punctuated by delicate, aromatic spaetzle flecked with dill, chives, and marjoram. The mustard-kissed noodles add gentle tang and body, making each spoonful cozy and satisfying. Serve for a warming lunch or a simple dinner on chilly days.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Spinach–Mushroom Soup with Herbed Spaetzle, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 9 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 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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- 23
- Heart Health
- 69
- Metabolic
- 37
- Digestive
- 25
- Inflammatory
- 44
- Performance
- 48
- General Wellness
- 1
Whisk the flour, salt, oregano, marjoram, parsley, chives, dill, and pepper together in a large bowl.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk the milk, eggs, and mustard. Gradually stir in the flour mixture until just combined.
- 3
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium heat. Set a spaetzle maker over the boiling water and pour the spaetzle dough into the slider basket. Move the basket back and forth until pieces of dough drop into the boiling water. Boil the spaetzle until firm, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain.
- 4
Melt the butter in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the olive oil, then the onion. Cook the onion gently for 3 to 4 minutes. Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring, until slightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add the spaetzle and stir to combine. Cook until the spaetzle is heated through and crisp in spots, 3 to 5 minutes.
- 5
Add the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in the spinach and cook until wilted, 1 to 2 minutes. Serve right away.
- Calories 414.78 kcal High 21%
- Protein 20.89 g Good Source 42%
- Carbohydrate 52.58 g 19%
- Total Fat 12.21 g Moderate 16%
- Saturated Fat 4.49 g High 22%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 144.42 mg High 48%
- Sodium 1129.19 mg High 49%
- Dietary Fiber 5.05 g Moderate 18%
- Total Sugars 8.53 g --
- Added Sugars 0.35 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 170.15 mg Moderate 13%
- Iron 5.95 mg Good Source 33%
- Potassium 656.99 mg Moderate 14%
- Vitamin A 521.71 mcg Good Source 58%
- Vitamin C 13.88 mg Moderate 15%
- Vitamin D 0.91 mcg Low Source 5%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Eggs 🥚
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Mustard
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Spinach Mushroom Soup with Herbed Spaetzle is an Austrian dinner recipe made with 17 ingredients. It takes about 45 mins, serves 4, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Butter, and Chicken Broth. Each serving provides about 414.78 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Spinach–Mushroom Soup with Herbed Spaetzle?
- It is an Austrian soup recipe made with 17 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
- What is Spinach–Mushroom Soup with Herbed Spaetzle made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Butter, Chicken Broth, Diced Onion. The full list of 17 is above.
- What goes well with Spinach–Mushroom Soup with Herbed Spaetzle?
- Explore these Austrian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Spinach–Mushroom Soup with Herbed Spaetzle?
- About 45 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 414.78 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Spinach–Mushroom Soup with Herbed Spaetzle easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 17 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Spinach–Mushroom Soup with Herbed Spaetzle healthy?
- Spinach–Mushroom Soup with Herbed Spaetzle has an easyChef Pro health score of 50/100. Per serving, it provides 414.78 calories and 20.89 g of protein, or 42% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron and vitamin A. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1129.19 mg (49% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 4.49 g (22% of the Daily Value). It contains Eggs, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Mustard 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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