Broccoli + Leek Soup

Name: Broccoli + Leek Soup
Cuisine: European
Ingredients: 2 Tbs. olive oil; 2 leeks, including tender green portions, rinsed well and finely chopped; 1 1/2 lb. broccoli, trimmed, florets and stalks cut into 1-inch pieces; 4 cups chicken stock or bone broth; Salt and freshly ground white pepper, to taste; 1/4 cup sour cream or plain yogurt ( organic, grass-fed); 2 Tbs. finely chopped fresh chives

3 steps

This soup is a quick and nutritious weeknight meal that is inspired by the (cold) soup Vichyssoise recipe. Nutrition Notes Broccoli is a great source of Vitamin C, K and Glucosinolates. Glucosinolates are compounds containing sulfur that are found only in cruciferous vegetables, and that may lower your risk of cancer. Leeks are a great source of Vitamin A, C, and K as well as fiber. Leeks also boost the immune system, improve good cholesterol levels, and help reduce blood pressure

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 13:08:32 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Great

Glycemic Index

Low

Glycemic Load

Low

Nutrition per serving

Calories224.6 kcal (11%)

Total Fat12.8 g (18%)

Carbs19.6 g (8%)

Sugars7 g (8%)

Protein9.8 g (20%)

Sodium579.9 mg (29%)

Fiber3.3 g (12%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

4 servings

2 Tbsolive oil

2leeks

including tender green portions, rinsed well and finely chopped

1.5 lbbroccoli

trimmed, florets and stalks cut into 1-inch pieces

4 cupschicken stock

or bone broth

salt

white pepper

freshly ground, to taste

¼ cupsour cream

or plain yogurt, organic, grass-fed

2 Tbsfresh chives

finely chopped

Instructions

Step 1

To make the soup, in a large saucepan over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the leeks and sauté until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the broccoli and sauté, stirring frequently, until slightly softened, about 2 minutes more.

Step 2

Add the stock and bring to a simmer. Cover partially and cook until the vegetables are tender when pierced with a sharp knife, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from the heat.

Step 3

In a blender or food processor, puree the soup in batches until smooth and return the soup to the pan. Alternatively, process with a stick blender in the pan until smooth. Reheat the soup gently over medium heat. Season with salt and white pepper.Ladle the soup into warmed bowls and garnish with the sour cream and chives. Serve immediately.

View on Adapted from Williams Sonoma

↑Support creators by visiting their site 😊