Wednesday 26 February 2014

Parsnip and Leek Soup ~ 5-2 Diet


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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59 comments:

  1. This looks like such an easy and simple meal to make!

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    1. Hayley it took me max 15 minutes to make this soup its perfect for a quick light lunch.

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  2. Never had parsnip soup, must try this recipe.

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    1. Hi Mayuri, Thanks for dropping by. I love all the recipes you have been sending to my events.

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  3. wow very flavorful and comforting soup :)

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  4. wow....very healthy n delicious soup....

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  5. I love the look of the texture of this soup, we eat a lot of home made soup here.

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    1. I prefer soup with "bits" but my kids like it smooth.

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  6. Oooh this looks nice! I really love leeks :) xx

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  7. Looks good! I'm always on the hunt for Meatless Monday recipes, so thank you for sharing this one.

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  8. This looks good. I'm always on the lookout for Meatless Monday recipes, so thank you for sharing this one!

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    1. Lauren the whole blog is vegetarian so I am sure you will find many recipes for your meatless Mondays.

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  9. this sounds fantastic, can't weight to try make some

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  10. I 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.

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    1. Yes 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.

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  11. good soup, it will be perfect for the weather.

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  12. good soup, It will be perfect for the weather.

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  13. I love both parsnips and leeks, so this is a definite winner with me, I will have to give this a go.

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    1. Erika I hope you like it its so easy to make.

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  14. This soups looks delicious, I love carrots and parsnips. Love your bowl too.

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    1. Tina thanks another prop find that I have treasured.:)

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  15. I 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.

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    1. Thanks Mina I too love this set of soup bowl and plate.

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  16. Definitely my type of soup, I'm so into leeks at the moment and will be keeping this recipe bookmarked thanks x

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    1. Sharon I hope you enjoy making and eating it.

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  17. This sounds really healthy and filling, Has it got a slight sweetness?

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    1. You will a little sweetness from the carrot but its very subtle.

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  18. Looks gorgeous - a perfect winter warmer!

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  19. I'm on a soup diet at the moment so this comes at just the right time… only 150 calories!!! yay!

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    1. Thats the best bit ian its tasty and healthy too.

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  20. This looks like a delicious really hearty soup. GG

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  21. I 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!

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  22. Do 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!

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  23. Sounds yummy! i love potato and leek - but this combination sounds even better! Maybe I'll have make it my slow cooker soup next week!

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  24. I wouldn't mind now a comforting bowl of your soup! Looks delicious :)

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  25. I have a thing for parsnips, LOVE them. Our family of 6 is divided, half love them and half hate them!

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  26. This looks great and not a combination I've tried on my Sunday soup! I shall pin for the future. :)

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  27. Perfect for a chilly night like tonight.
    Janie x

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  28. I'm not a lover of leeks but this looks nice, I'm considering starting the 5:2 maybe a good a start for me :)

    BlogClub x

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  29. my sisters just done the soup diet and this sounds just what she would like x

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  30. this looks great I love parsnips

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  31. I just happen to have some leeks and parsnips to use up!

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  32. Looks like a great winter soup.

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  33. I'm going to try this, I've made parsnip and apple soup but not parsnip and leek.

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  34. This sounds wonderful for autumn. I shall make some soon.

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  35. We 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

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  36. Looking forward to trying this one

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  37. Despite the fact it's supposed to be spring I'm still chilly and craving a warm soup for lunch, This looks absolutely perfect.

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  38. I love parsnips, so this soup is ideal for me and I shall have to try it for myself. Lovely china too.

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  39. I love parsnip and I love soup. Will definitely be trying this recipe this week. Thanks for sharing! X

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