Leek, Yam & Coconut Cream Soup
Leek, Yam & Coconut Cream Soup blends tender yams and sweet leeks with lush coconut milk for a velvety, gently spiced bowl. Cumin and coriander add warmth, while Meyer lemon lifts the flavors and fresh spinach brings a bright finish. Serve on cool evenings or as a cozy lunch paired with crusty bread.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook26 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Leek, Yam & Coconut Cream Soup, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 37 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 53 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 50
- Heart Health
- 65
- Metabolic
- 57
- Digestive
- 41
- Inflammatory
- 23
- Performance
- 47
- General Wellness
- 1
Warm coconut oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add yams and stir to coat with the oil. Cook until lightly browned, about 2 minutes per side. Add carrot and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Stir in leek and garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add cumin and coriander and stir until evenly mixed.
- 2
Pour in lemon juice, vegetable broth, and coconut milk and stir to combine. Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, covered, until the carrots are tender, about 15 minutes. Season with salt.
- 3
Ladle the soup into serving bowls and garnish with fresh spinach.
- Calories 2248.79 kcal High 112%
- Protein 22.07 g Good Source 44%
- Carbohydrate 666.87 g 243%
- Total Fat 15.85 g High 20%
- Saturated Fat 5.75 g High 29%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 3.99 mg Low Source 1%
- Sodium 1078.49 mg High 47%
- Dietary Fiber 11.51 g Good Source 41%
- Total Sugars 31.93 g --
- Added Sugars 1.17 g Low Source 2%
- Calcium 440.27 mg Good Source 34%
- Iron 8.69 mg Good Source 48%
- Potassium 470.33 mg Moderate 10%
- Vitamin A 271.56 mcg Good Source 30%
- Vitamin C 12.09 mg Moderate 13%
- Vitamin D 1.06 mcg Low Source 5%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Leek, Yam & Coconut Cream Soup is a Jamaican dinner recipe made with 11 ingredients. It takes about 46 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Carrot, Chopped Spinach, Coconut Milk, and Coconut Oil. Each serving provides about 2248.79 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Leek, Yam & Coconut Cream Soup?
- It is a Jamaican soup recipe made with 11 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
- What is Leek, Yam & Coconut Cream Soup made of?
- The main ingredients are Carrot, Chopped Spinach, Coconut Milk, Coconut Oil, Cut Leeks. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Leek, Yam & Coconut Cream Soup?
- About 46 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 26 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 2248.79 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Leek, Yam & Coconut Cream Soup easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Leek, Yam & Coconut Cream Soup healthy?
- Leek, Yam & Coconut Cream Soup has an easyChef Pro health score of 50/100. Per serving, it provides 2248.79 calories and 22.07 g of protein, or 44% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium, iron and vitamin A. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1078.49 mg (47% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 5.75 g (29% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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