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Vibrant Green Spinach and Leek Soup: Healthy & Flavorful Recipe

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Sure! Here’s the recipe for “Green Power” from lovewithrecipes.com, a delightful concoction that packs a punch of flavor and nutrition in every spoonful. 🥦🌿


Green Power Recipe

Overview:

  • Name: Green Power
  • Category: Vegetable
  • Keywords: Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, < 15 Mins, Small Appliance, Easy, Inexpensive
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Calories: 59.8 per serving
  • Fat Content: 0.4g
  • Saturated Fat Content: 0.1g
  • Cholesterol Content: 0mg
  • Sodium Content: 30.1mg
  • Carbohydrate Content: 13.3g
  • Fiber Content: 1.2g
  • Sugar Content: 8.1g
  • Protein Content: 1.7g

Ingredients:

  • 2/3 cup water
  • 1/3 cup fresh spinach leaves
  • 100g leek
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1-2 slices smoked ham
  • 10g cornflour
  • 1 pinch ground nutmeg
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Step Description
1 Heat water in a kettle until it reaches a boil.
2 Add sliced leek into the boiling water.
3 Drop in half of the sliced smoked ham and let it simmer slowly until almost soft.
4 Just before removing the kettle from heat, add the fresh spinach leaves (cleaned) and crushed garlic.
5 Season with salt and pepper according to taste.
6 Blend the mixture using a blender or a “blender stick” until smooth.
7 Return the mixture to heat and add cornflour (previously mixed with a little cold water) to thicken the soup.
8 Sprinkle in a pinch or two of ground nutmeg for an extra flavor boost.
9 Serve the soup immediately, topped with shredded ham, and accompany it with fresh bread of your choice.

Recipe Notes:

  • This recipe yields a vibrant green soup bursting with flavor and nutrients.
  • Feel free to adjust the seasoning and thickness of the soup according to your preference.
  • For a vegetarian option, you can omit the smoked ham or substitute it with smoked tofu or tempeh for added texture.
  • Experiment with different greens such as kale or Swiss chard for variety.
  • Serve this soup as a starter or pair it with a crisp salad for a light and wholesome meal.

Enjoy your nutritious and delicious Green Power soup! 🥣💚

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