Carrot And Leek Soup Recipe
Warm up with a bowl of this comforting Carrot and Leek Soup! This deliciously smooth and creamy soup blends the natural sweetness of carrots with the mild, savory flavor of leeks. It’s a simple, wholesome recipe that’s perfect for a cozy lunch or a light dinner!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 2 Pounds Carrots peeled and roughly chopped
- 2 Leeks chopped
- 2-3 cloves Garlic
- 2 teaspoons Smoked Paprika
- 2 cups Chicken Broth
- ¼ teaspoon Pureed Ginger
- 3 tablespoon Butter
- ½ Cup Cream
- Pinch Salt
- Pinch Pepper
Instructions
- Set the sauté mode on your Instant Pot for 5 minutes. Add olive oil. Add chopped carrots and leeks. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften. Add garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds.
- Stir in smoked paprika, chicken broth, and ginger.
- Seal the lid and cook on high-pressure mode for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, perform a quick release.
- Let the soup cool slightly, then carefully blend it until smooth using an immersion blender.
- Add any remaining ingredients and stir well. Serve Carrot and Leek Soup hot.
Notes
Use Homemade Chicken Stock: For added depth of flavor, consider using homemade chicken stock instead of store-bought broth.
Don't Overcook: Be mindful not to overcook the vegetables to retain their natural sweetness and nutrients, aiming for a tender yet slightly firm texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 185kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 29mgSodium: 339mgPotassium: 443mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 19913IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 67mgIron: 1mg
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