Best Ever Spinach, Carrot & Leek Soup
Best Ever Spinach, Carrot & Leek Soup: A Comforting Classic
Looking for a vibrant, healthy, and utterly delicious soup to warm you up? Our Best Ever Spinach, Carrot & Leek Soup is a true comfort in a bowl! This recipe is packed with nutrients, incredibly easy to make, and perfect for a light lunch, a cozy dinner, or even a satisfying starter. It’s a British classic for a reason – the sweetness of the carrots and leeks beautifully complements the earthy spinach, all brought together in a smooth, flavourful vegetable stock.
This soup is a fantastic way to sneak in extra vegetables, making it ideal for families and anyone looking to boost their daily intake. It’s also naturally vegetarian and can easily be made vegan with a simple swap (see our FAQs below!).
Why you’ll love this soup:
- Healthy & Nutritious: Packed with vitamins and minerals from the spinach, carrots, and leeks.
- Easy to Make: Ready in just over an hour with minimal effort.
- Versatile: Perfect as a starter, lunch, or light dinner.
- Comforting & Flavorful: A truly satisfying and warming soup.
- Budget-Friendly: Uses readily available and affordable ingredients.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I make this soup vegan?
A: Absolutely! Simply ensure your vegetable stock is vegan-friendly. Most are, but it’s always worth checking the ingredients.
Q: Can I freeze this soup?
A: Yes, this soup freezes beautifully! Allow it to cool completely before transferring it to airtight containers or freezer bags. It will keep for up to 3 months.
Q: What if I don’t have fresh spinach?
A: Frozen spinach works well too! Use about 150g of frozen spinach and thaw it before adding it to the soup. You may need to squeeze out any excess water.
Q: Can I add any other vegetables?
A: Definitely! Feel free to experiment with other vegetables like potatoes, parsnips, or celery. Just adjust the cooking time accordingly.
Q: What’s the best way to serve this soup?
A: This soup is delicious on its own, or you can serve it with a crusty bread roll, a swirl of cream (optional), or a sprinkle of fresh herbs.
Get ready to enjoy a bowl of pure comfort with our Best Ever Spinach, Carrot & Leek Soup! It’s a recipe you’ll come back to again and again.
Best Ever Spinach, Carrot & Leek Soup
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp Fry Light
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 medium carrots chopped
- 2 medium leeks chopped
- 200 g spinach
- 1 pint vegetable stock
Instructions
- In a large saucepan fry the onion and garlic over a medium heat until they begin to soften.
- Add the carrots and leeks, and stir over the heat until the leeks begin to soften and break up.
- Add the spinach and stir until it wilts.
- Add half of the stock and the rest of the spinach, stir until combined.
- Cover and reduce the heat, simmer for 30 minutes and then add the rest of the stock.
- Simmer for a further 20 minutes and allow to cool slightly. Blend with a hand blender or food processor until smooth.
- Reheat as needed and serve hot!
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