Potato and Leek Soup

 

Warm, hearty potato soup is even better with leeks. The bulbous vegetable adds a sweet oniony flavour to the rich soup. To make this soup, you need Yukon gold potatoes, leeks, olive oil, and coconut milk. Try topping with julienned cucumber for a crisp, fresh bite or thinly sliced radish for spicy zest. Whatever you choose, this hearty potato and leek soup is perfect for a chilly day.

Potato and Leek Soup

Potato and Leek Soup

Yield: 4
Author: Rachel Aust
Prep time: 10 MinCook time: 50 MinInactive time: 10 MinTotal time: 1 H & 10 M

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Cut the potatoes into equal-sized slices, transfer them to a pot with half a teaspoon of salt, and cover with water.
  2. Bring to a boil and cook for 15 minutes or until fork-tender.
  3. Drain the potatoes and mash with a potato masher.
  4. Heat the oil in a pot over medium heat.
  5. Sauté the leeks for 3-4 minutes or until translucent.
  6. Add the garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds or so.
  7. Stir in the mashed potatoes and the remaining salt, black pepper, and vegetable broth.
  8. Increase the heat to bring the soup to a boil. Then, reduce to a simmer and simmer uncovered for 5 minutes.
  9. Remove the soup from the heat and cool for 5-10 minutes.
  10. Blend the soup until smooth using a stand blender or immersion blender. A food processor will work too but yields a less smooth result. Add more broth if needed.
  11. Return the soup to the pot and bring it to a gentle simmer, then remove it from the heat and stir in the coconut milk.
  12. Taste the soup. Add more salt and black pepper, if needed.
  13. Ladle into bowls

Notes

You can also use leftover mashed potatoes in this recipe. If using, you'll need about two cups.

It is essential to clean leeks well. They can be very dirty.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

212.16

Fat (grams)

12.3

Carbs (grams)

24.36

Fiber (grams)

2.38

Protein (grams)

3.34

While I do my best to calculate the nutritional information these figures should be considered estimates only.

Similar Recipes

Chicken Spinach Soup

Copyright Eat Run Lift
Did you make this recipe?
Tag @rachelaust on instagram and hashtag it # eatrunlift
 

Hey there, I’m Rachel!

NUTRITIONIST, PERSONAL TRAINER, WELLNESS COACH

Here I share healthy recipe ideas, training plans, and nutrition & wellness advice you need to know.

Check out my free guide to healthy eating to design your own version of a healthy lifestyle so that you can feel energised and vibrant, or hire me to work my magic on your health through mindset, nutrition, and movement.

 
FoodRachel Austeasy cooking, easy recipe, easy dish, dinner ideas, lunch idea, high protein recipe, meal prep, pescetarian, healthy food ideas, healthy lunch ideas, vegetarian, vegan