Spanish Garlic Soup Recipe (Vegetarian) – Sopa de Ajo
Warm up with our delightful Spanish Garlic Soup Recipe (Vegetarian) – Sopa de Ajo. This rustic dish celebrates the bold flavors of garlic and smoked paprika, creating a comforting bowl of goodness perfect for chilly evenings or as a starter for gatherings. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can whip up this hearty soup in no time. The addition of whisked eggs creates delicate strands throughout the broth, making each spoonful a cozy experience. Serve it alongside crusty bread for the ultimate comfort food that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 baguette
- ½ cup olive oil
- 12 cloves garlic (peeled and sliced)
- 2 tablespoons smoked Spanish paprika
- 8 cups vegetable broth
- 2 teaspoons salt (optional)
- 2 tablespoons apple juice vinegar
- 3 large eggs (whisked)
Instructions
- Slice the baguette into thick pieces and set aside for toasting.
- In a large pot over medium heat, warm the olive oil and add the sliced garlic, cooking until golden brown (2-3 minutes).
- Stir in the smoked paprika and cook for an additional minute.
- Gradually pour in the vegetable broth while stirring; bring to a boil.
- Season with salt (if needed) and add apple juice vinegar; let simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Whisk together eggs in a bowl, then reduce heat to low and slowly drizzle them into the soup while stirring gently.
- Serve hot with toasted bread or croutons on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 186mg