Saturday, October 4, 2014

[Healthy_Recipes_For_Diabetic_Friends] Creamy Leek and Broccoli Soup - 17g Carbs, 4g Fiber

 

Creamy Leek and Broccoli Soup - 17g Carbs, 4g Fiber

From: www.tasteforlife.com - Brassicas by Laura B. Russell
Try this soup made up of cancer-fighting ingredients.
Prep Time: 35 min
Servings: 4

2 Tbsp olive oil
3 leeks, white and light green parts, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise
1 1/2 tsp kosher salt, divided
3 cloves garlic, peeled but left whole
6 cup broccoli florets and peeled, diced stalks (about 1 1/2 lb)
3 1/2 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
Freshly ground black pepper, for serving
Chopped fresh chives, for serving (optional)

1. In a large pot, heat oil over medium-low heat. Add leeks and 1/2 tea­spoon of the salt. Cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 min­utes, until wilted.

2. Stir in garlic, broccoli, and remaining 1 teaspoon of salt. Pour in broth, raise heat to medium-high, and bring to a boil. Lower heat to a simmer, partially cover, and cook for about 10 minutes, until broccoli is tender.

3. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Transfer soup to a blender, in batches if necessary, and puree until smooth. Gently reheat soup to serving temperature. Alternatively, puree soup directly in the pot with an immersion blender. (The soup can be prepared up to 2 days ahead, cov­ered, and refrigerated until ready to reheat.)

4. Ladle the soup into bowls, top with some pepper and chives, and serve hot.

Servings: 4
Nutrition per Serving: 161 Calories, 7 g Protein, 17 g Carbs, 4 g Fiber, 9 g Total fat (2 g sat, 5 g mono, 1 g poly), 372 mg Sodium


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