Leek Soup Diet for Weight Loss - Easy Recipe
The Leek Soup Diet for weight loss isn't one of those fad diets, it's actually a simple weight loss trick French people have been using for generations. Here is the easy recipe they use.
Servings 6 servings
Calories 46kcal
Ingredients
- 4 leeks - white parts only, cleaned and sliced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced or 1 Tbsp garlic powder
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp fresh parsley optional
- squeeze of lemon juice optional
- hot sauce optional
Instructions
- Clean and slice leeks *
- In a large pot, over medium heat add the chopped leeks, onion, and garlic to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes or until the leeks are softened but not browned.
- Pour in the vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for 20-25 minutes or until the leeks are tender.
- Remove the pot from heat and allow the soup to cool slightly. Garnish with a squeeze of lemon, hot sauce, and fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy!
Creamy French Leek Soup (if desired)
- Use an immersion blender or regular blender to puree the soup until smooth. If using a regular blender, work in batches and be cautious with hot liquids.
- Return the soup to the pot and reheat gently. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with a squeeze of lemon juice, hot sauce, and fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
Note - * to clean a leek, trim off the dark green tops and root ends, slice it lengthwise, then rinse under cold water to remove any dirt trapped between the layers. Once cleaned, finish slicing.
Nutritional Information is only an estimate. The accuracy of this recipe may differ depending on the ingredients you use.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 46kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 1.5g | Fiber: 1g