Heart-Healthy Potato and Leek Soup

Warm up with this creamy and comforting Heart-Healthy Potato and Leek Soup, a flavorful twist on a classic recipe designed with wellness in mind. Made with nutrient-packed leeks, velvety potatoes, and a base of low-sodium vegetable broth, this soup achieves its rich texture without the need for heavy cream, thanks to unsweetened almond milk. Sautéed garlic and celery enhance the depth of flavor, while fresh thyme and a bay leaf add a herbaceous touch. Pureed to silky perfection, this vegan and dairy-free soup is a wholesome option for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prep. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, it’s as nourishing as it is satisfying. Ready in just 50 minutes and perfect for serving a crowd, this heart-healthy recipe is sure to become a staple in your rotation!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 large leeks, sliced and washed
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 5 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 0.5 teaspoon pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the leeks, garlic, and celery to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes or until the leeks are soft and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the potatoes, and then pour in the low-sodium vegetable broth. Add the bay leaf and thyme.

Step 4

Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 5

Remove the bay leaf. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup in batches to a blender for pureeing.

Step 6

Return the soup to the pot and stir in the almond milk. Heat gently without boiling.

Step 7

Season the soup with pepper and salt to taste.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2505.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1071.5

Total Fat 32.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2138.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 182.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.1g	0%
Total Sugars 15.7g
Protein 15.3g	0%

Vitamin D 87.8IU	0%
Calcium 691.6mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 5019.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.9%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 67.5%