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Creamy Potato Leek Soup

Creamy Potato Leek Soup is the best and most comforting recipe that is also vegan, vegetarian, Whole30, and dairy-free. The simple ingredients include fresh leeks and Yukon gold potatoes along with coconut milk and spices.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 308 kcal
Course: Appetizer , Soup , Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine: French , American

Ingredients

  • 3 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 2-3 large leeks about 5 cups chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic crushed
  • 2 lbs. Yukon gold potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 6 cups vegetable broth regular sodium
  • ½ tsp. thyme dried
  • ½ tsp. tarragon dried
  • 1 ¼ cup coconut milk canned, full-fat
  • 1 ½ - 2 tsp. salt to taste
  • 2 Tbsp. lemon juice

Instructions

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  1. Prepare leeks by thinly cutting and cleaning thoroughly.
  2. Peel potatoes and cut into 1-inch cubes.
  3. Add olive oil and leeks to a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  4. Sauté leeks for 8-10 minutes or until they become soft and tender.
  5. Add crushed garlic and continue sautéing for 1 minute.
  6. Pour vegetable broth into the post, making sure to scrape the bottom to loosen up any loose bits.
  7. Add potatoes, dried herbs, milk, and salt.
  8. Bring contents to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and cover pot with a lid.
  9. Cook for 12-15 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
  10. Turn off heat and blend soup until creamy using a handheld immersion blender.*
  11. Stir in lemon juice and add additional salt, to taste.
  12. Serve soup with a toasted baguette, croutons, or crackers and enjoy!

Notes

  • You can also use a Vitamix or puree in batches in a large food processor.

Nutrition Information

Calories 308kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 35g (12%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 10g (50%) Sodium 2091mg (87%) Potassium 882mg (25%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 1774IU (35%) Vitamin C 30mg (33%) Calcium 106mg (11%) Iron 8mg (44%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 308

% Daily Value*

Calories 308kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 35g 12%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 18g 28%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Sodium 2091mg 87%
Potassium 882mg 19%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 1774IU 35%
Vitamin C 30mg 33%
Calcium 106mg 11%
Iron 8mg 44%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.