Description
This creamy broccoli, leek & potato soup is a comforting option for any meal. With simple ingredients and quick preparation, it brings together a delightful blend of flavors that warms you up on chilly days. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a healthy lunch!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
- 1 large leek, cleaned and thinly sliced, green and white parts
- 2 to 3 medium yukon gold potatoes, cubed
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 medium head of broccoli, cut into small florets, stems thinly sliced, with woody ends discarded
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon sherry vinegar, plus more to taste
- Pinch of sugar
- Finely chopped fresh chives, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add the sliced leeks and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally until glistening.
- Add the cubed potatoes and season with salt and pepper then toss to combine with the leeks.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil; reduce to a gentle simmer and cover the pot.
- Cook the potatoes for 15 to 20 minutes until fork-tender, then add the broccoli 4 to 5 minutes before they are done.
- Continue simmering uncovered for another 4 to 5 minutes until the broccoli is bright green and fork-tender.
- Blend the potato, leek, and broccoli mixture using a blender or immersion blender until completely smooth.
- Return the mixture to the pot over low heat; stir in the heavy cream, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh chives, a drizzle of olive oil, and a crack of black pepper.
Notes
Adjust the cream and vinegar to taste for a richer flavor.
For a vegan version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream or a dairy-free alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
