How to Make Vegetarian Potato-Leek Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something incredibly comforting about a warm bowl of soup on a chilly day, and this Vegetarian Potato-Leek Soup is a perfect choice for a cozy, nourishing meal. Not only is it packed with flavor and healthy ingredients, but it's also incredibly simple to make. Whether you're a seasoned chef or just starting out in the kitchen, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household.

Potato-leek soup is a classic dish that has been enjoyed for generations. The combination of...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup olive oil, divided
  • 2 leeks, chopped
  • 1 (32 fluid ounce) container vegetable broth
  • 1 ¾ cups water
  • 2 pounds potatoes, cut into cubes
  • ⅜ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a stock pot over medium heat. Cook and stir leeks in hot oil until completely softened, adding remaining olive oil in small amounts as you cook the leeks, about 10 minutes.
  • Pour vegetable broth and water into the pot; add potatoes. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook at a simmer until the potatoes are completely tender, about 25 minutes.
  • Pour potato mixture into a blender no more than half full. Cover and hold lid down; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend. Puree in batches until smooth. Stir cayenne pepper and salt into the soup.
  • Nutrition

    176 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 316mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 26g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 25mg
    • Calcium: 39mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 520mg