Spinach & potato soup
Warm up with this comforting Spinach & Potato Soup! Made with fresh leek, garlic, and spinach, perfectly seasoned with cumin, and simmered in a hearty vegetable broth, it's a nourishing and delicious meal. Perfect for cozy evenings!
- 20 Feb 2025
- Cook time 25 min
- Prep time 15 min
- 6 Servings
- 8 Ingredients
Warm, comforting, and nutritious, Spinach & Potato Soup is a simple yet delightful dish that brings together the earthiness of potatoes and the vibrant flavor of spinach. It's a perfect meal to enjoy on a chilly day, enriched with the aromatic touch of cumin and the savory notes of sautéed leek and garlic.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Clean the leek thoroughly, as they often contain dirt and grit. Cut off the root end and the dark green tops, leaving only the white and light green parts. Slice the leek thinly.
- Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
- Peel the potatoes and cut them into small, even-sized cubes.
- Rinse the spinach if needed.
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the sliced leek to the pot and sauté for about 5 minutes, until the leek is soft and translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent the garlic from burning.
- Stir in the ground cumin and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and water, and stir to combine.
- Add the diced potatoes to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and can be easily pierced with a fork.
- Once the potatoes are tender, stir in the fresh spinach. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the spinach has wilted.
- Remove the pot from heat. Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth. If you don’t have an immersion blender, you can transfer the soup in batches to a regular blender and blend until smooth. Be careful as the soup will be very hot.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding salt and pepper to taste.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot. Enjoy your comforting and nutritious Spinach & Potato Soup!
Tips:
- Slice the leek thinly and rinse it thoroughly to remove any grit or dirt that might be trapped between the layers.
- Use a good quality vegetable broth for a richer flavor. Homemade broth will enhance the taste even further.
- Cut the potatoes into small, even-sized cubes to ensure they cook evenly and quickly.
- Blend the soup to your desired consistency. For a chunkier soup, use a hand masher. For a smoother texture, use a blender.
- Add the spinach at the end and cook it just until wilted to preserve its vibrant color and nutrients.
- Season the soup to taste with salt and pepper at the end of cooking to adjust the seasoning perfectly.
This Spinach & Potato Soup is the epitome of a cozy, nutritious meal. With its blend of wholesome ingredients and straightforward preparation, it can easily become a staple in your recipe collection. Serve it hot and enjoy the creamy, flavorful goodness!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 360 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 90kcal | 4% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 3.01g | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 18g | 5% |
| Fiber 2.39g | 6% |
| Sugar 2.68g | 3% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 2.85g | 3% |
| Saturated 0.42g | 1% |
| Cholesterol 0.00mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 110ug | 12% |
| Choline 16mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 0.13mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 0.11mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 1.15mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 0.34mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B9 50ug | 13% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 24mg | 26% |
| Vitamin E 0.72mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K 110ug | 94% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 66mg | 5% |
| Copper, Cu 0.16mg | 17% |
| Iron, Fe 2.15mg | 20% |
| Magnesium, Mg 50mg | 12% |
| Phosphorus, P 70mg | 5% |
| Potassium, K 480mg | 14% |
| Selenium, Se 0.72ug | 1% |
| Sodium, Na 490mg | 33% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.43mg | 4% |
| Water | |
| Water 330g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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