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Lemony Chicken Soup with Spring Veggies

Lemony Chicken Soup with Spring Veggies for a Fresh Twist

Enjoy a refreshing Lemony Chicken Soup with Spring Veggies, perfect for springtime meals and packed with vibrant flavors.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or olive oil for a dairy-free version
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 piece Leek white part only
  • 2 medium Carrots diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic pressed
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon Herbes de Provence or Italian seasoning
Broth and Veggies
  • 6 cups Chicken Stock/Broth warm
  • 1 cup Fresh English Peas or frozen
  • 1 cup Baby Zucchini sliced
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken shredded or cubed
Bright Flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest
  • 0.5 cup Fresh Lemon Juice from a fresh lemon
Serving and Garnish
  • 2 cups Cooked Quinoa or omit for lighter soup
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves for garnish
  • 2 slices Lemon Wedges for serving

Equipment

  • soup pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium-large soup pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter along with 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced leeks and diced carrots, cooking for 3-5 minutes until the leeks turn translucent.
  2. Stir in 2 cloves of pressed garlic, a pinch of salt, freshly ground black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of Herbes de Provence. Continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes.
  3. Pour in 6 cups of warm chicken stock or broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer and let bubble softly for about 15-20 minutes until the carrots are tender.
  4. Turn off the heat and add in 1 cup of fresh peas, 1 cup of sliced baby zucchini, and 2 cups of shredded chicken. Mix in the zest and juice of the lemon. Allow it to sit for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Ladle the soup over bowls of cooked quinoa and garnish with fresh basil leaves and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 7gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months. Avoid freezing with quinoa as it can alter texture.

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