Description
Warm up your evenings with this creamy potato leek soup, a delightful blend of earthy flavors and comforting textures. Perfect as a starter for dinner parties or a cozy meal at home, this soup invites nostalgia while being incredibly easy to prepare. Each spoonful is a hug in a bowl—rich, creamy, and packed with wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium leeks (cleaned and sliced)
- 2 large Yukon Gold potatoes (diced)
- 1 yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Clean and slice the leeks, chop the onion, and mince the garlic.
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the leeks, onion, and garlic; sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
- Stir in the diced potatoes and pour in the vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for around 20 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. If using a regular blender, allow it to cool slightly before blending.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Optionally, stir in fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg