Detox Lemon Leek & Broccoli Soup with Toasted Seeds

There are plenty of recipes out there for broccoli and leek soup. But this Detox Lemon Leek & Broccoli Soup with Toasted Seeds goes above and beyond the rest in terms of flavor and health benefits. The addition of potatoes and coconut cream make it a rich comfort food. The aromatics, seasonings, and garlic add numerous subtle notes of flavor. And the pumpkin and sunflower seeds add a crunchy nutritional punch! This is one winner of a lunch or dinner!

Yield: 3 Servings

Total Time: 40 Minutes

Prep Time: 20 Minutes

Cook Time: 20 Minutes

Ingredients

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup chopped leek
1 cup chopped red onions
1/2 cup chopped celery
2 garlic cloves, crushed
2 teaspoons grated lemon rind
2 potatoes, chopped
2 cup homemade vegetable stock
1 large zucchini, chopped
2 cups chopped broccoli
1 cup baby spinach
4 tablespoons coconut cream
1 tablespoon toasted pumpkin seeds
1 tablespoon toasted sunflower seeds
cilantro to taste

Directions

In a skillet, heat oil and sauté red onions, leeks, and celery for about 5 minutes or until fragrant and tender; stir in lemon rind and garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add in stock and potatoes and bring the mixture to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer for about 5 minutes. Stir in broccoli and zucchini and cook for about 10 minutes. Stir in spinach for about 3 minutes or until wilted.

Remove from heat and let cool. Transfer the soup to the food processor and blend until smooth. Return to the pan and cook for about 5 minutes or until warmed through. Serve the Detox Lemon Leek & Broccoli Soup with Toasted Seeds topped with cilantro and toasted seeds.