DETOX Broccoli and Arugula Soup

1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 clove of garlic, thinly sliced
1/2 yellow onion, roughly diced
1 head of broccoli, cut into small florets (about 2/3 lb.)
2.5 cups of water
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
3/4 cups of arugula
1/2 lemon

1. Heat the olive oil in a medium, nonstick saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add the broccoli and cook for 4 minutes or until bright green. 3. Add the water, salt, and pepper, bring to a boil, lower the heat and cover.
4. Cook for 8 minutes or until the broccoli is just tender.
5. Pour the soup into the blender and puree with the arugula until quite smooth.

Be careful when blending hot liquids, start slowly and work in batches if necessary.

Makes 1 2-cup serving.

Number of Servings: 1

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user MILLASHEN.