Soupe de Poireaux

Soupe de Poireaux is a comforting French leek soup that is both flavorful and nourishing, perfect for starting your day on a healthy note. This velvety soup combines the delicate taste of leeks with creamy potatoes and is finished with a hint of fresh herbs.

Ingredients

• Leeks - 2 medium, thoroughly cleaned and sliced
• Potato - 1 medium (about 150g), peeled and diced
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Fresh parsley - 1 tablespoon, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lemon juice - 1 teaspoon (optional)

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced leeks and minced garlic, sautéing until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the diced potato to the pot and stir well.
3. Pour in the vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
4. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. If you don't have an immersion blender, carefully transfer the soup to a regular blender in batches.
5. Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice if using. Stir in the chopped parsley.
6. Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4.3 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A, C, and K, which support immune health and skin health.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health and aiding in weight management.

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