Creamy Zucchini and Leek Soup - Wilson's disease
- Denis WebAnymous
- Feb 7
- 2 min read
### **[Recipe] Creamy Zucchini and Leek Soup [/Recipe]**
📅 **Published on 02/07/2025**
👩🍳 **Difficulty**: Easy
⏱️ **Preparation time**: 10 min
🔥 **Cooking time**: 20 min
🍽️ **Servings**: 2 people
💡 **Why this recipe?**
This **Creamy Zucchini and Leek Soup** is a light and delicious choice, perfect for those with **Wilson's Disease**. It is **low in copper**, with fresh vegetables like **zucchini** and **leek**, providing a velvety texture and mild taste. The **light cream** adds creaminess and sweetness without weighing it down.
👉 **[This recipe is offered to you by Mégane Imbert](https://www.instagram.com/megane.and.co)**
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### **Ingredients**
#### ✅ **For the soup**
- 2 zucchinis
- 2 leeks
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 500 ml of vegetable broth (no added salt)
- 100 ml of light cream
- 1 pinch of salt
- White pepper (optional)
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### **Preparation**
#### 🥒 **1. Prepare the vegetables**
1. Wash and cut the zucchini into slices.
2. Wash and cut the leeks into thin slices.
3. In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the leeks and sauté for **5 minutes**, until tender.
4. Add the zucchini and brown for another **2 minutes**.
#### 🔥 **2. Cooking the soup**
1. Add the vegetable stock to the pot, then cover and simmer over low heat for **15 minutes**, until the vegetables are tender.
2. Blend the soup with an immersion blender until smooth and creamy.
3. Add the light cream, salt and pepper to taste. Mix and heat for a few minutes over low heat.
#### 🍽️ **3. Dressage and service**
1. Serve hot in bowls.
2. Garnish with a little white pepper or fresh herbs, such as cilantro or parsley.
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### **Compatible accompaniments**
🥖 **Toasted bread**: To add a little crunch.
🧀 **Plain fresh cheese**: For a touch of sweetness.
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### **Tips and Alternatives**
✅ **Variation with other vegetables**: Add a small potato for more consistency.
✅ **Cream Alternative**: Replace the cream with plain yogurt for a lighter version.
✅ **More fragrant version**: Add a small pinch of nutmeg or curry for more flavor.
Enjoy your meal! 🍽️✨
