Leek and Bean Soup

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 11

Healthy and Delicious Leek and Bean Soup Recipe

by The Chefin Soup

Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 tablespoon olive oil
	2 garlic cloves , crushed
	2 large leeks , washed and chopped
	1 potato , peeled and diced into 1/2in pieces ( about 8oz )
	3 1/4 cups vegetable broth
	4 tablespoons fresh parsley , finely chopped
	1 can borlotti beans , drained and rinsed

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

265

Sugar

Fat

Leek and Bean Soup is a classic winter comfort food that's hearty, warm, and nutritious. It's made with fresh leeks, diced potatoes, and borlotti beans, and flavored with garlic and parsley. This soup is perfect for a quick and healthy weekday dinner or a lazy Sunday afternoon. It's vegetarian and vegan-friendly and can be made gluten-free by using gluten-free vegetable broth. Serve with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.

Instructions

1.	Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-low heat.
2.	Add the crushed garlic, chopped leeks, and diced potato to the pan.
3.	Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the leeks are soft and the potatoes are starting to brown.
4.	Add the vegetable broth to the pan and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the potatoes are completely soft.
5.	Add the chopped parsley and borlotti beans to the soup.
6.	Simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes until the beans are heated through.
7.	Use an immersion blender or transfer the soup to a blender and puree until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

PROS

Leek and Bean Soup is a hearty and filling meal that’s perfect for a cold winter evening.
It’s vegetarian and vegan-friendly and packed with fiber, protein, and vitamins.

CONS

This soup can be quite high in sodium if you’re using store-bought vegetable broth.
You can make your own broth to control the salt content or use low-sodium broth instead.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Leeks are a good source of vitamin A, vitamin K, and folate. They also contain calcium, iron, and antioxidants that have been linked to improved heart health and a reduced risk of cancer.
Borlotti beans are a great source of protein, fiber, and complex carbohydrates. They can help regulate blood sugar and improve digestion.