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Super-green risotto soup

Creamy Super-Green Risotto Soup with Crispy Leeks & Nuts

Enjoy a delightful bowl of Super-Green Risotto Soup, featuring creamy textures, vibrant greens, crispy leeks, and toasted nuts.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil High-heat substitute: avocado oil
  • 1 large Leek Alternative: chopped onion
  • 2 stalks Celery Substitute: diced fennel
  • 1 cube Organic Vegetable Stock Fresh homemade stock is preferable
  • 1 cup Risotto Rice Alternative: Carnaroli rice for firmer texture
For the Greens & Finish
  • 4 cups Baby Spinach Alternatives: kale or Swiss chard
  • 1 whole Lemon Alternative: lime
  • ½ cup Parmesan or Vegetarian Italian Hard Cheese Skip for vegan option
  • 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil Alternative: truffle oil
For the Topping
  • ½ cup Blanched Hazelnuts Alternative: toasted walnuts
  • Crispy Leeks Prepare by frying or baking until golden

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 sliced large leek and 2 diced celery stalks, sautéing for about 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  2. Stir in 1 cup of risotto rice, cooking for 1-2 minutes until lightly toasted.
  3. Pour in 4 cups of vegetable stock and the juice of 1 lemon. Stir through 4 cups of baby spinach, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  4. Toast ½ cup of blanched hazelnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Once the rice is creamy, stir in ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese and 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with crispy leeks and toasted hazelnuts.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 9gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 580mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a perfect texture, ensure the rice is creamy but slightly al dente. Add lemon juice just before serving to preserve its brightness.

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