Velvety Vegan Potato Leek Soup
Ingredients: 13
A luscious and creamy vegan soup that combines the delicate flavors of leeks and potatoes, elevated with aromatic herbs and coconut milk.
Ingredients
1 | yellow onion, diced |
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2 | large leeks, washed well and diced |
3 | large potatoes, peeled and diced |
2-3 | garlic cloves, sliced |
vegan butter | |
1 | bay leaf |
1 | teaspoon thyme |
½ | teaspoon rosemary |
1 | teaspoon cumin |
salt & pepper | |
32 | vegetable broth |
1 | (16 ounce) can coconut milk |
1 | tablespoon lemon juice |
Instructions
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- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add a splash of oil and saute the diced yellow onion and leeks until they turn translucent.
- Introduce the diced potatoes, sliced garlic, a pinch of salt and pepper, fragrant thyme, rosemary, and cumin, along with a bay leaf for added depth.
- Allow the ingredients to simmer for 15-20 minutes until the potatoes are tender and infused with the herbaceous flavors.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and gently stir in the rich coconut milk and a splash of zesty lemon juice.
- With a hand blender, carefully blend the soup until it reaches a velvety smooth consistency. Alternatively, leave it slightly chunky for texture variation.
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with a sprinkle of finely chopped green onions or fresh cilantro to add a burst of freshness.
Jul 19, 2024