Best 12 Light Potato And Leek Soup Recipes

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Are you looking for a light, flavorful, and nutritious soup that is perfect for a cold winter day or a quick weeknight meal? If so, then look no further than this light potato and leek soup. This creamy and comforting soup features tender potatoes, leeks, and a rich broth that is sure to warm you up from the inside out. Best of all, it is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Here are some tips for creating the perfect light potato and leek soup.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

POTATO LEEK SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY



Potato Leek Soup Recipe by Tasty image

Buttery, creamy, and made oh-so fragrant with the help of thyme and chives, this potato leek soup is the perfect companion to any cold weather dinner. Serve with a bit of hot sauce for an extra kick and a sprinkling of croutons for added crunch.

Provided by Merle O'Neal

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons butter
3 large leeks, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 lb potato, cubed
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
6 cups vegetable broth
2 cups water
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 bay leaf
¼ cup fresh chives, chopped
hot sauce, to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter on medium heat in a large pot. Add the chopped leeks and stir until coated with butter.
  • Cover the pot and lower heat, cook for around 10 minutes until the leeks have softened.
  • Increase to medium-high. Add garlic, potatoes, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute, then add vegetable broth, water, thyme, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil.
  • Lower heat and cover pot with a lid and simmer for 15 minutes, or until potatoes are tender and easily speared by a fork.
  • Uncover and remove thyme and bay leaf.
  • Use an immersion or countertop blender to blend the soup until smooth.
  • Stir in chives and hot sauce (optional).
  • Allow to cool 2 minutes and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 751 calories, Carbohydrate 67 grams, Fat 49 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 14 grams

LIGHT POTATO AND LEEK SOUP



Light Potato and Leek Soup image

Delicious and light blend of potatoes and leeks in a vegetarian broth.

Provided by jenPT

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Potato Soup Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 each leeks, white parts only
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons salted butter
3 medium russet potatoes, scrubbed and sliced
3 cups vegetable broth
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
⅛ teaspoon dried rosemary
½ cup fat free half-and-half
1 pinch ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Slice leeks lengthwise and wash out any dirt between the layers. Chop and place in a large mixing bowl with garlic.
  • Melt butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add leeks and garlic and cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes. Add potatoes, vegetable broth, Italian seasoning, and rosemary. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and let soup cool briefly. Transfer mixture to a blender or food processor and puree in batches. Return soup to the pot and stir in half-and-half and season with black pepper. Reheat gently, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.1 calories, Carbohydrate 48.4 g, Cholesterol 16.8 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 458 mg, Sugar 8.5 g

LIGHTER POTATO AND LEEK SOUP



Lighter Potato and Leek Soup image

From grandma, a wholesome Depression Era soup, without butter or cream. Takes a little longer to cook, but the flavors meld into an exquisite homemade light potato and leek soup you'll make again and again. Garnish with nonfat sour cream if desired. Butter and cream lovers can add a swirl of cream and a pat of butter on top of their servings.

Provided by wamsley

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Potato Soup Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 leeks, white parts only, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, smashed
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
6 cups water
2 cubes vegetable bouillon, or more to taste
1 teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon chili-garlic sauce
cracked black pepper to taste
5 unpeeled potatoes, diced
1 cup low-fat milk

Steps:

  • Combine leeks and 3 tablespoons olive oil in a stockpot over medium-low heat. Saute until soft, about 15 minutes, adding more oil if needed. Sprinkle flour over leeks and mash in with a wooden spoon. Reduce heat to low and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Slowly add 2 cups water, stirring constantly to create a roux. Slowly add 2 more cups water, stirring constantly. Stir in the remaining 2 cups water. Add bouillon cubes, sugar, chili-garlic sauce, and pepper. Increase heat to medium and stir occasionally until boiling.
  • Add potatoes and reduce heat to a low simmer. Cook until potatoes are soft, 45 to 60 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes or so and scraping the bottom of the pot as needed. Puree soup with an immersion blender until smooth with some chunks remaining. Stir in milk to thin and heat until warmed through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.7 calories, Carbohydrate 41.4 g, Cholesterol 3.3 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 63.1 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

MAKE THIS CLASSIC POTATO-LEEK SOUP IN 35 MINUTES



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Velvety and comforting, this weeknight-friendly riff on classic potato-leek soup will keep you warm all winter. Serve with a hearty winter salad for a tasty lunch or light supper. If you don't have an immersion blender, you can puree the soup in a regular blender, just remember to work in batches.

Provided by Cooking Light

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
4 cups chopped leeks, white and light green parts only (about 2 large)
1 cup chopped white onion (1/2 of a large onion)
3 cloves of garlic, peeled and roughly chopped, about 1 Tbsp
5 cups low-sodium chicken stock
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
4 russet potatoes, peeled and cut up (2.5 lbs)
1/2 cup half and half
Optional: thyme, chives, and olive oil, for garnish

Steps:

  • Add olive oil to a large pot over medium-low heat. Add leeks, onion, and garlic, and cook until translucent, about 7-8 minutes.
  • Add chicken stock, salt, pepper, bay leaves, thyme, and potatoes. Bring to a simmer. Simmer until potatoes are soft, about 15-17 minutes. Remove bay leaves from pot.
  • Using an immersion blender, process soup in the pot until smooth. Stir in half-and-half and simmer another 5 minutes. Garnish with thyme, chives, and a drizzle of olive oil, if you'd like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Carbohydrate 47 g, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 350 mg, Sugar 5 g, UnsaturatedFat 2.8

CREAM OF LEEK AND POTATO SOUP



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups sliced leeks, white and tender green parts
3 cups peeled and roughly chopped baking potatoes, like russets
6 cups water
11/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup creme fraiche or sour cream
1/3 cup minced chives or parsley

Steps:

  • In a large heavy saucepan, bring the leeks, potatoes, water, and salt to the boil over high heat. Cover partially, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes until the vegetables are tender. Correct the seasoning, to taste, and puree with a handheld immersion blender, or in batches in a food processor.
  • Whisk in the cream and reheat before serving. Top each serving with a dollop of creme fraiche and sprinkling of fresh chives.

LEEK POTATO SOUP



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Alton Brown's Leek Potato Soup, or vichyssoise, is equally delicious hot or cold, from Good Eats on Food Network.

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound leeks, cleaned and dark green sections removed, approximately 4 to 5 medium
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
Heavy pinch kosher salt, plus additional for seasoning
14 ounces, approximately 3 small, Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and diced small
1 quart vegetable broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 tablespoon snipped chives

Steps:

  • Chop the leeks into small pieces.
  • In a 6-quart saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the leeks and a heavy pinch of salt and sweat for 5 minutes. Decrease the heat to medium-low and cook until the leeks are tender, approximately 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the potatoes and the vegetable broth, increase the heat to medium-high, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and gently simmer until the potatoes are soft, approximately 45 minutes.
  • Turn off the heat and puree the mixture with an immersion blender until smooth. Stir in the heavy cream, buttermilk, and white pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if desired. Sprinkle with chives and serve immediately, or chill and serve cold.

LOW-FAT POTATO AND LEEK SOUP



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A tasty, light potato and leek soup, good for those looking to watch what they eat!

Provided by foodcanuck

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Potato Soup Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ teaspoon unsalted butter
1 large white onion, diced
2 ribs celery, chopped
3 small leeks, cleaned and thinly sliced
3 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped
3 cups water, or more as needed
3 cups 2% low-fat milk
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a medium stockpot over medium heat. Add onions and cook, stirring frequently, until slightly translucent, about 5 minutes. Add celery and cook for 2 more minutes. Add leeks and cook, stirring frequently, until limp, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low and add potatoes and 3 cups water. Cook until potatoes are slightly soft, adding just enough water to keep potatoes and leeks covered, 20 to 25 minutes. Slowly add milk while stirring continuously. Add salt and pepper and cook until heated through, 5 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.3 calories, Carbohydrate 29.2 g, Cholesterol 10.6 mg, Fat 2.9 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 274.4 mg, Sugar 8.4 g

LEEK & POTATO SOUP



Leek & potato soup image

Of the winter soups, leek and potato is one of the most comforting and familiar. This easy Vichyssoise recipe by Darina Allen makes the most of seasonal, local veg

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Soup

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

50g butter
450g potatoes, peeled and cut into 1cm pieces (try Golden Wonders or Kerr Pinks)
1 small onion, cut the same size as the potatoes
450g white parts of leeks, sliced (save the green tops for another soup or stock)
850ml-1.2litres/1.5-2pts light chicken or vegetable stock
142ml carton whipping cream
125ml full-fat milk
the white part of 1 leek
a small knob of butter
finely chopped chives

Steps:

  • Melt 50g butter in a heavy saucepan. When it foams, add 450g potatoes, cut into 1cm cubes, 1 small onion, cut the same as the potatoes, and 450g white parts of leeks, sliced and toss them in the butter until they are well coated.
  • Season well with salt and freshly ground pepper and toss again. Put a disc of greaseproof paper (called a cartouche by chefs) on top of the vegetables to keep in the steam), then cover the pan with its lid.
  • Cook over a gentle heat for 10 mins, or until the vegetables are soft but not coloured.
  • Uncover the pan and discard the paper. Pour in 850ml of the light chicken or vegetable stock, bring to the boil and simmer until the vegetables are just cooked - about 5 minutes. Do not overcook or the soup will lose its fresh flavour.
  • Purée in a blender until silky smooth, in batches if necessary, then taste and adjust the seasoning. Return the soup to a clean pan and stir in three quarters of a 142ml carton of whipping cream and 125ml full-fat milk.
  • To finish the soup, finely shred the white part of 1 leek and gently cook it in a small knob of hot butter for a few mins until it is softened but not coloured.
  • Reheat the soup to a gentle simmer (add some extra stock at this point if the soup is too thick for your liking), then pour into warmed bowls.
  • Drizzle the remaining cream over each serving, top with a little pile of buttered leeks and a scattering of chives and black pepper and serve at once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 11 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 18 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, Sodium 0.7 milligram of sodium

LEEK AND POTATO SOUP



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Very easy and simple but yet very luscious and incredible recipe for leek and potato soup, perfect for cold weather or even it can be served cold in the summer. Serve it with a drizzle of heavy cream and croutons on top.

Provided by dave yonathan

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Potato Soup Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons salted butter
3 large leeks (white and pale green parts only), chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 (32 ounce) carton no-salt-added vegetable broth
2 cups water
1 cup heavy cream, or to taste
4 teaspoons salt, or to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a pot over medium heat. Add leeks and cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in celery and cook for 5 minutes more. Add garlic; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Stir in potatoes and vegetable broth; reduce heat and let simmer until potatoes are tender, about 25 minutes.
  • Blend using an immersion blender or in a regular blender in batches. Stir in heavy cream and salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.8 calories, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 52.2 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 1332.1 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

CURRIED POTATO LEEK SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY



Curried Potato Leek Soup Recipe by Tasty image

Shop Campbell's® Soup to try this recipe for yourself!

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 leek, white and light green parts only, thinly sliced
1 large carrot, small diced
2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
2 yukon gold potatoes, cut into 1/2 (1.24 cm) pieces
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 tablespoon yellow curry powder
4 cups chicken broth
2 cans Campbell's® Cream of Chicken Soup
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, divided
kosher salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. When the butter is foaming, add the leeks, carrots, and garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until softened, 6-7 minutes. Transfer half of the sautéed vegetables to a small bowl.
  • Add the potatoes, turmeric, curry powder, and chicken broth to the pot with the remaining vegetables. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  • Transfer the soup to a standing blender or (use an immersion blender directly in the pot) and purée until smooth (work in batches if necessary and let cool slightly before blending the liquid). Return the soup to the pot.
  • Stir in the Campbell's® Cream of Chicken Soup and bring to a boil.
  • Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the reserved vegetables and half of the parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with the remaining parsley.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1157 calories, Carbohydrate 104 grams, Fat 72 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 20 grams, Sugar 15 grams

POTATO-LEEK SOUP



Potato-Leek Soup image

This creamy potato-leek soup turns leftover mashed potatoes into a lunchtime favorite.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Yield Makes 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 teaspoon butter
1 medium leek, white and light-green parts only
3 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
3 sprigs thyme
2 cups mashed potatoes

Steps:

  • Rinse leeks well and pat dry. Halve lengthwise and chop. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium high. Add 1 cup chopped leeks and cook, stirring, until softened, 3 minutes.
  • Add broth, 1/2 cup water, and thyme and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and whisk in mashed potatoes. Simmer until warmed through; season with coarse salt and ground pepper.

CREAMY LEEK-POTATO SOUP(COOK'S ILLUSTRATED)



Creamy Leek-Potato Soup(Cook's Illustrated) image

Don't fill the blender by more than two-thirds with hot soup; if necessary, process in three batches. You can also use an immersion blender to process the soup directly in the pot. Use the lowest setting on your toaster to dry out the bread without over-browning it.

Provided by Coppercloud

Categories     Onions

Time 1h

Yield 1 pot, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 -4 medium leeks, white and light-green parts halved lengthwise, washed, and sliced thin, dark green parts halved, was (about 4 cups)
2 cups low sodium chicken broth or 2 cups vegetable broth
2 cups water
4 tablespoons unsalted butter (1/2 stick)
1 medium onion, chopped medium (about 1 cup)
table salt
1 small russet potato, peeled, halved lengthwise, and cut into 1/4-inch slices (about 6 ounces)
1 bay leaf
1 sprig fresh thyme (4-inch) or 1 sprig fresh tarragon (4-inch)
1 large slice high-quality sandwich bread, lightly toasted and torn into 1/2-inch pieces
ground black pepper
1 medium leek, white and light-green parts halved lengthwise, washed, dried, and sliced into very thin 2-inch strip
2 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour
table salt & fresh ground pepper
1/2 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Soup: Bring dark-green leek pieces, broth, and water to boil in large saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes. Strain broth through fine-mesh strainer into medium bowl, pressing on solids to extract as much liquid as possible; set aside. Discard solids in strainer and rinse out saucepan.
  • 2. Melt butter in now-empty saucepan over medium-low heat. When butter foams, stir in sliced leeks, onion, and 1 teaspoon salt. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables are softened, about 10 minutes.
  • 3. Increase heat to high, stir in reserved broth, potato, bay leaf, and herb sprig and bring to boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes. Add toasted bread and simmer until bread is completely saturated and starts to break down, about 5 minutes.
  • 4. Remove and discard bay leaf and herb sprig. Transfer half of soup to blender and process until smooth and creamy, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to large bowl and repeat with remaining soup. Note: Don't fill the blender by more than two-thirds with hot soup; if necessary, process in three batches. You can also use an immersion blender to process the soup directly in the pot.
  • 5. Return soup to saucepan and bring to simmer; season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve with garnish.
  • Fried Leeks: Toss leeks, flour, and pinch each salt and pepper in medium bowl. Heat oil in 12-inch skillet until shimmering. Add half of leeks and fry, stirring often, until golden brown, about 6 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer leeks to paper towel-lined plate; sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Repeat with remaining leeks.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your soup. Choose the best potatoes and leeks you can find.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot: When cooking the potatoes and leeks, make sure there is enough space for them to cook evenly. If the pot is too crowded, the vegetables will steam instead of fry and will not have as much flavor.
  • Cook the vegetables until they are tender: The potatoes and leeks should be cooked until they are soft enough to easily pierce with a fork. This will help to create a smooth, creamy soup.
  • Use a good quality vegetable broth: The vegetable broth is the base of the soup, so it's important to use a good quality broth. Look for a broth that is low in sodium and has a rich flavor.
  • Season the soup to taste: Once the soup is cooked, season it to taste with salt, pepper, and other spices. You may also want to add a squeeze of lemon juice or a dollop of sour cream.

Conclusion:

This light potato and leek soup is a delicious and easy-to-make recipe that is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. With its creamy texture and flavorful broth, this soup is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this light potato and leek soup a try.

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