Garlicky Spinach Soup Recipe

Name: Garlicky Spinach Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbs. olive oil; 3 medium-size leeks, white parts halved and thinly sliced (about 3 cups); 1 cup finely chopped celery; 5 cups low-sodium vegetable broth or water; 1 medium-size potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks (about 1 1/2 cups); 12 cloves garlic, peeled (about 1 head); 6 sprigs fresh thyme; 1 bay leaf; 1 tsp. salt; 1 1/2 lb. fresh spinach, stemmed and chopped; 1 cup fresh basil leaves; 1 Tbs. lemon juice

Servings: persons

2 Tbs. olive oil
3 medium-size leeks, white parts halved and thinly sliced (about 3 cups)
1 cup finely chopped celery
5 cups low-sodium vegetable broth or water
1 medium-size potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks (about 1 1/2 cups)
12 cloves garlic, peeled (about 1 head)
6 sprigs fresh thyme
1 bay leaf
1 tsp. salt
1 1/2 lb. fresh spinach, stemmed and chopped
1 cup fresh basil leaves
1 Tbs. lemon juice

1
Heat oil in saucepan over medium heat.
2
Add leeks and celery, and cook 5 to 7 minutes, or until softened, stirring often.
3
Add broth, potato, garlic, thyme and bay leaf.
4
Cover, and bring to a boil.
5
Add salt, reduce heat to medium low, and simmer 20 minutes, covered, or until garlic is tender.
6
Discard thyme sprigs and bay leaf.
7
Remove from heat, and stir in spinach and basil.
8
Let stand 3 minutes, or until spinach is wilted, stirring occasionally.
9
Puree soup in food processor or in pot with immersion blender.
10
Thin with more broth or water, if desired.
11
Stir in lemon juice, and season to taste with salt and pepper.
12
Serve hot or chilled.

569

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tbs. olive oil, 3 medium-size leeks, white parts halved and thinly sliced (about 3 cups), 1 cup finely chopped celery, 5 cups low-sodium vegetable broth or water, and more.

Yes, Garlicky Spinach Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Garlicky Spinach Soup

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