Star Anise Pea, Leek & Parsnip Soup [vegan] [gluten free] by The Flexitarian

Pea, Leek & Parsnip Soup with Star Anise [vegan] [gluten free]

Name: Pea, Leek & Parsnip Soup with Star Anise [vegan] [gluten free]
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 400g frozen peas [14oz]; 400g leeks [14oz]; 275g parsnip [9.7oz]; 1 onion; 3 garlic cloves (crushed); 3 anise stars; 2 tsp ground cumin; 1.5 litre vegetable stock [2.6 pints / US 6 cups]; olive oil; fresh mint to serve; salt & pepper

Published on November 29, 2015 | In English | By theflexitarian |

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- Prep Time
- 15 Minutes
- Cook Time
- 20 Minutes
- Difficulty Level

This Star Anise Pea, Leek & Parsnip Soup has sweet undertones of licorice. Simple and understated, the star anise adds a delicate fragrant touch. The perfect pick-me-up on a cold Winter day that the whole family can enjoy.

This recipe makes good use of vegs that might be lurking at the bottom of your vegetable box. Frozen peas are picked in season at their freshest. They give this recipe a deep invigorating green colour and a satisfying velvety texture.

I like to sprinkle some fresh mint on top and serve this soup with some crusty bread and maybe a dollop of (dairy-free) cream.

Dairy-Free, Egg-Free, Gluten-Free, High Fibre, Low Fat, Nut-Free, Soya-Free, Vegan

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Ingredients

400g frozen peas [14oz]
400g leeks [14oz]
275g parsnip [9.7oz]
1 onion
3 garlic cloves (crushed)
3 anise stars
2 tsp ground cumin
1.5 litre vegetable stock [2.6 pints / US 6 cups]
olive oil
fresh mint to serve
salt & pepper

Instructions

Heat some olive oil in a large saucepan.
Gently fry finely chopped onion and crushed garlic cloves with ground cumin and star anise.
Peel parsnips. Slice leeks and parsnips in small chunks.
Add peas, leeks and parsnips to the saucepan. Top with vegetable stock.
Bring to boil, then cook for around 20 mins until vegetables are soft.
Remove star anise. Liquidise soup. Season to taste.
Serve with fresh chopped mint and crusty bread.

Servings : 6-8
Ready in : 35 Minutes
Course : Soups
Recipe Type : December Recipes, February Recipes, January Recipes, March Recipes, November Recipes, October Recipes, September Recipes
Ingredient : Leek, Parsnip, Peas

4 Responses to Pea, Leek & Parsnip Soup with Star Anise [vegan] [gluten free]

Natalie Tamara December 9, 2015 at 1:03 pm #

I love the sound of this soup, star anise is always a winner for me!

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- theflexitarian December 9, 2015 at 8:15 pm #
  
  Thanks Natalie. For me too, love the smell and taste of it. Plus it is so pretty! Hope you enjoy the soup.
  
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Pristine February 9, 2016 at 11:52 pm #

I tried this soup today to use up leftover parsnips from another soup. It was a wonderful, low-calorie soup. Since I am no vegeterian, I did use a bit of chicken stock concentrate in addition to the vegetable stock. Also, I garnished with chives as that’s all I had. Otherwise great recipe as written! Thanks Annabelle!!

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- The Flexitarian February 10, 2016 at 7:08 am #
  
  Pristine – I am so glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for your feedback. I really appreciate it. Annabelle
  
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