Creamy Potato-Leek Soup

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Creamy Potato-Leek Soup
30 min.
8
144kcal

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Warm up your kitchen and your soul with this delightful Creamy Potato-Leek Soup, a perfect blend of comfort and flavor that is sure to impress. This vegetarian and gluten-free dish is not only easy to prepare but also ready in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend gathering.

The star of this recipe is the humble leek, which adds a subtle sweetness and depth to the soup. Combined with the creamy richness of heavy cream and the heartiness of russet potatoes, each spoonful is a velvety experience that will leave you craving more. The addition of fresh thyme elevates the flavor profile, bringing a touch of earthiness that complements the other ingredients beautifully.

Whether you're serving it as a starter, a snack, or a comforting main dish, this soup is versatile enough to fit any occasion. With only 144 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to sneak in some vegetables while satisfying your taste buds.

So gather your ingredients, fire up your blender, and get ready to enjoy a bowl of this creamy goodness. Your friends and family will be asking for seconds, and you’ll be delighted to share this simple yet elegant recipe that showcases the beauty of wholesome ingredients.

Ingredients

  • teaspoon thyme sprigs fresh (from 4 medium thyme sprigs)
  • 0.3 cup cup heavy whipping cream 
  • tablespoon kosher salt 
  • cups leek white green finely chopped (pale and parts only)
  • 1.5 pounds baking potatoes peeled
  • tablespoons butter unsalted ()
  • cups vegetable broth low-sodium
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • blender

Directions

  1. Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. When the foaming subsides, add leeks, season with freshly ground black pepper, and cook until leeks are softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add potatoes, salt, and thyme and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Increase heat to high, add vegetable broth and water and bring just to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until potatoes are fork tender, about 10 minutes.Blend soup in a blender in 2 batches until smooth. Return soup to the saucepan over medium heat, stir in cream, season with additional pepper as needed, and cook until heated through, about 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories144kcal
Protein7.36%
Fat39.76%
Carbs52.88%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.22
Glycemic Load
12.98
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
6.2773912678594%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.11mg
Kaempferol
0.59mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:143.57kcal
7.18%
Fat:6.56g
10.09%
Saturated Fat:4.11g
25.69%
Carbohydrates:19.62g
6.54%
Net Carbohydrates:17.83g
6.48%
Sugar:1.94g
2.15%
Cholesterol:18.73mg
6.24%
Sodium:888.28mg
38.62%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.73g
5.46%
Vitamin B6:0.35mg
17.49%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.37%
Vitamin A:616.88IU
12.34%
Vitamin K:12.55µg
11.95%
Potassium:406.67mg
11.62%
Vitamin C:7.98mg
9.67%
Fiber:1.79g
7.17%
Iron:1.26mg
7%
Magnesium:27.86mg
6.97%
Folate:26.76µg
6.69%
Copper:0.13mg
6.61%
Phosphorus:61.42mg
6.14%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.69%
Vitamin B3:0.98mg
4.91%
Calcium:35.78mg
3.58%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.28%
Vitamin B5:0.32mg
3.17%
Vitamin E:0.39mg
2.57%
Zinc:0.32mg
2.11%
Vitamin D:0.21µg
1.41%
Selenium:0.9µg
1.28%
Source:Chow