Delicious Parsnip and Leek soup that is tasty filling and very low fat. It is perfect as part of the 5-2 diet.
Serves 2
Ingredients:
100 g parsnips peeled and diced
1 small carrot peeled and diced
1 small potato peeled and diced
100 g leek washed and finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon light olive oil
500 ml water
Method:
1. Place the parsnips, carrots and potatoes in a microwaveable dish with a cover. Add 250 ml water and cook the vegetables for 10 minutes on high or until vegetables are fully cooked.
2. In a pan add the olive oil and place the pan on a medium heat.When the oil is hot, add the leeks and saute them for 2-3 minutes.
3. Add the pre cooked vegetables to the pan and season with salt and pepper. Bring the soup to a low simmer for 2-3 minutes
4. Transfer the soup to a blender jug and blend the soup to a coarse texture.(You can blend it smooth if you prefer)
5. Transfer the soup back to the saucepan and add an additional 250 ml water and bring it to a simmer again.
6. Turn off heat and adjust seasoning if desired.
Transfer to a serving bowl and serve hot.
This soup can be part of the 5- 2 diet, its is approximately 150 calories per serving ( 1 bowl of soup)
NB-Bread roll not included in calorie count.
Calories per serving | Carbs | Fat | Protein | Sodium | Sugar |
150 | 29 | 3 | 3 | 1195 | 4 |
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Interesting receipe Nayna! Love your site! Thanks for sharing :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Joan for the lovely compliment.Please do visit again.
DeleteThis looks like such an easy and simple meal to make!
ReplyDeleteHayley it took me max 15 minutes to make this soup its perfect for a quick light lunch.
DeleteNever had parsnip soup, must try this recipe.
ReplyDeleteHi Mayuri, Thanks for dropping by. I love all the recipes you have been sending to my events.
Deletewow very flavorful and comforting soup :)
ReplyDeletewow....very healthy n delicious soup....
ReplyDeleteI love the look of the texture of this soup, we eat a lot of home made soup here.
ReplyDeleteI prefer soup with "bits" but my kids like it smooth.
DeleteOooh this looks nice! I really love leeks :) xx
ReplyDeleteThis soup recipe sounds delish! We got quite a bit of parsnips in our last farm coop box. Will have to give it a try! Thanks, Wendy
ReplyDeleteLooks good! I'm always on the hunt for Meatless Monday recipes, so thank you for sharing this one.
ReplyDeleteThis looks good. I'm always on the lookout for Meatless Monday recipes, so thank you for sharing this one!
ReplyDeleteLauren the whole blog is vegetarian so I am sure you will find many recipes for your meatless Mondays.
Deletethis sounds fantastic, can't weight to try make some
ReplyDeleteSuch a simple recipe, yet this soup is delicious. I didn't realize how few calories it contained. Visiting from UBC. http://bit.ly/JBC6am
ReplyDeleteFrancene its not only low in calories but filling too.
DeleteI love this soup, Im a big sup fan in general, my all time favorite being pumpkin soup. Theres something so comforting in soup that you cant get from any other food group in my opinion.
ReplyDeleteYes I love soup too its one recipe that I always look to when I am short on time or want a speedy but filling nad healthy lunch.
DeletePerfect with this weather.
ReplyDeletegood soup, it will be perfect for the weather.
ReplyDeleteChilly weather demands hot soup.
Deletegood soup, It will be perfect for the weather.
ReplyDeleteI love both parsnips and leeks, so this is a definite winner with me, I will have to give this a go.
ReplyDeleteErika I hope you like it its so easy to make.
DeleteThis soups looks delicious, I love carrots and parsnips. Love your bowl too.
ReplyDeleteTina thanks another prop find that I have treasured.:)
DeleteI love this healthy soup. You have made it look even more delicious by serving it in the pretty soup bowl. As the soup is low calorie - it is perfect for people who wish to enjoy food whilst counting calories.
ReplyDeleteThanks Mina I too love this set of soup bowl and plate.
DeleteWhat a yummy soup recipe :)
ReplyDeleteDefinitely my type of soup, I'm so into leeks at the moment and will be keeping this recipe bookmarked thanks x
ReplyDeleteSharon I hope you enjoy making and eating it.
DeleteThis sounds really healthy and filling, Has it got a slight sweetness?
ReplyDeleteYou will a little sweetness from the carrot but its very subtle.
DeleteOh my it looks rather tasty. I love soup and tend to make in batches to I can store some in the fridge. Keen to try this recipe.
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Bianca it freezes really well so it would be perfect to make a large batch by doubling the recipe.
DeleteThis looks great! Healthy, quick and easy to make! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteNate I hope you have chance to make it.
DeleteYummy!!!! Great for this cold day.
ReplyDeleteLooks gorgeous - a perfect winter warmer!
ReplyDeleteI'm on a soup diet at the moment so this comes at just the right time… only 150 calories!!! yay!
ReplyDeleteThats the best bit ian its tasty and healthy too.
DeleteThis looks like a delicious really hearty soup. GG
ReplyDeleteI love the use of leeks and parsnips and it's marvelous how simple yet hearty this soup can be. This would definitely help warm things up in the cold of winter...
ReplyDeleteI love parsnips!!! I'll have to try this soup. I usually like to roast mine with some other root veggies in olive oil and salt and pepper. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteDo you know, I've never had a go at making my own soup as I always thought it would be hard. This seems simple and sounds delicious, I might have to try it!
ReplyDeleteSounds yummy! i love potato and leek - but this combination sounds even better! Maybe I'll have make it my slow cooker soup next week!
ReplyDeleteI wouldn't mind now a comforting bowl of your soup! Looks delicious :)
ReplyDeleteI have a thing for parsnips, LOVE them. Our family of 6 is divided, half love them and half hate them!
ReplyDeleteThis looks great and not a combination I've tried on my Sunday soup! I shall pin for the future. :)
ReplyDeletePerfect for a chilly night like tonight.
ReplyDeleteJanie x
Mmmmmmmm, nice soup Nayna :)
ReplyDeleteI'm not a lover of leeks but this looks nice, I'm considering starting the 5:2 maybe a good a start for me :)
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my sisters just done the soup diet and this sounds just what she would like x
ReplyDeletethis looks great I love parsnips
ReplyDeleteLooks really tasty.
ReplyDeleteLovely recipe thank you!
ReplyDeleteI just happen to have some leeks and parsnips to use up!
ReplyDeleteOh this looks yummy x
ReplyDeleteLooks like a great winter soup.
ReplyDeleteI'm going to try this, I've made parsnip and apple soup but not parsnip and leek.
ReplyDeleteThis looks delicious!
ReplyDeleteThis sounds wonderful for autumn. I shall make some soon.
ReplyDeleteWe are going to have this tomorrow to help make up for recent excesses. I'm inclined to dice the root veg very finely and not puree at all, so it's more like a minestrone
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to trying this one
ReplyDeleteDespite the fact it's supposed to be spring I'm still chilly and craving a warm soup for lunch, This looks absolutely perfect.
ReplyDeleteI love parsnips, so this soup is ideal for me and I shall have to try it for myself. Lovely china too.
ReplyDeleteI love parsnip and I love soup. Will definitely be trying this recipe this week. Thanks for sharing! X
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