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Creamy Spinach Soup with Parmesan Croutons

March 7, 2018 by Edyta 10 Comments

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This Creamy Spinach Soup with Parmesan Croutons is very easy, healthy and by far the best spinach soup I’ve eaten. Not to mention, with a few simple substitutions it can even be transformed into a vegan soup.

Cream of spinach soup with potatoes and leeks with parmesan croutons in 5 small bowlsThis post may contain affiliate links. You can read my disclosure policy here.

I have two little boys, and I don’t know about other parents of 5 and 1 year olds, but I struggle with getting into their bellies. Especially the older one, because he is very picky, and unless they’re totally blended or juiced, we have a problem. However there is one exception: this Greek Spinach Rice is something they’ll both eat. Other than that, I have to hide spinach either in smoothies or juices. So, I decided to create this Creamy Spinach Soup to see how that goes.

And it went pretty well. Maybe it’s because the foundation of this spinach soup is a combination of sautéed potatoes and leeks….and that’s always a winning combo. You can check few of my favorite recipes that use potatoes and leeks like:

  • Chunky Potato Leek Soup
  • Potato Leek Casserole
  • Potatoes Leek and Feta Pie

Both of my boys love creamed potato leek soup. I remember when my older one was in a daycare and I was sending him soups every day; one of the teachers looked at me and said: “I don’t know what’s in this soup but he LOVES it!”. And that was a simple creamed potato and leek soup. So, here I decided to use this base and just add bunch of spinach to it. To my relief, it worked! They both ate it with no problems.

If you share in this struggle, please let me know how you get veggies into your kiddos. I’m curious and always looking for some creative ways to do this.

healthy creamy spinach soup in 5 bowls with croutons on a side and in the soups

How do you make this Creamy Spinach Soup?

This spinach soup is very easy. You only need a handful of ingredients:

  • Leeks;
  • Potatoes;
  • Spinach;
  • Oli, ghee or butter;
  • Stock or water;
  • Cream (optional).

And if you want to serve it like I did you will need:

  • Slice of sourdough bread;
  • Shredded Parmesan cheese.

If you want to make this spinach soup vegan:

  • use oil to sauté leeks and potatoes;
  • omit the cream;
  • omit the Parmesan cheese for the toast and just rub it with olive oil.

If you want some other ideas for toppings, here are a few:

  • bacon bits;
  • crispy prosciutto;
  • scallions;
  • dollop of Greek yogurt.

Creamy spinach soup with croutons and dollop of cream in a bowl

What do you need to make and serve this Creamy Spinach Soup?

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  • I really love cooking soups in a Dutch Oven (affiliate link) like this one. It makes it so easy for sautéing veggies first and then cooking them covered up.
  • Obviously you can serve this soup in any bowl, but if you’re looking for something cute, these may be a good choice.

Creamy spinach soup with croutons on bowls

I hope you will enjoy this soup as much as we did. Cheers!

Creamy spinach soup with croutons on bowls

Creamy Spinach Soup with Parmesan Croutons

This Creamy Spinach Soup with Parmesan Croutons is very easy, healthy and by far the best spinach soup I've eaten. Not to mention, with a few simple substitutions it can even be transformed into a vegan soup.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: French
Servings: 6
Calories: 270kcal
Author: Edyta

Ingredients

  • 3 Leeks White and light green parts only, washed and chopped
  • 5 Potatoes Small or 3 large, cut up into cubes
  • 4 cups Baby Spinach washed
  • 4 cups Stock or Water
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil, Ghee or Butter
  • 6 tbsp Heavy Cream optional
  • 1 Slice Sourdough Bread
  • 1 tbsp Parmesan Cheese shredded
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a Dutch Oven or other heavy pan heat up oil or butter and add chopped leeks and potatoes. Sauté for 5 minutes;
  • Add water or stock and cook for 20 minutes until the potatoes are fork tender;
  • Add spinach and cook for another 5 minutes;
  • In the meantime, sprinkle the parmesan cheese on a bread and toast in a toaster over for approximately 5 minutes until crispy; Remove from the oven and cut up into squares.
  • Using handheld mixer blend the soup until smooth. You can also use a blender but be sure to blend soup in small batches as the content is hot and you can get burn. 
  • Serve the soup in bowls with Parmesan croutons and a dollop of cream. 

Notes

Nutrition Facts
Creamy Spinach Soup with Parmesan Croutons
Amount Per Serving
Calories 270 Calories from Fat 99
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 21mg 7%
Sodium 569mg 24%
Potassium 949mg 27%
Total Carbohydrates 36g 12%
Dietary Fiber 5g 20%
Sugars 2g
Protein 7g 14%
Vitamin A 56.8%
Vitamin C 37.8%
Calcium 12.4%
Iron 42.3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 270kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 569mg | Potassium: 949mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 56.8% | Vitamin C: 37.8% | Calcium: 12.4% | Iron: 42.3%
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  1. Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl

    March 7, 2018 at 11:11 am

    I love creamy vegetables soups like this and I think the spinach makes a beautiful color! Also I’m totally seeing a smiley face in that bowl on top!

    Reply
    • Edyta

      March 7, 2018 at 4:43 pm

      Haha you’re right Pamela. There is a smiley face 🙂

      Reply
  2. Christina Shoemaker

    March 7, 2018 at 11:43 am


    I can never resist a homemade crouton! This soup is so bright and creamy! I think I’m in love! <3

    Reply
    • Edyta

      March 7, 2018 at 4:43 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  3. Suzy

    March 7, 2018 at 11:54 am

    So my kinda soup! Thanks for sharing

    Reply
    • Edyta

      March 7, 2018 at 4:43 pm

      Thank you

      Reply
  4. Ginny

    March 7, 2018 at 12:11 pm


    What a great way to prepare spinach! A pretty potato soup just in time for St. Patricks Day.

    Reply
    • Edyta

      March 7, 2018 at 4:44 pm

      You’re right. The color is just perfect for St. Patricks day.

      Reply
  5. Deepika

    March 7, 2018 at 12:35 pm


    What a beautiful soup. Love the bright color. Perfect for St Patricks Day meal.

    Reply
    • Edyta

      March 7, 2018 at 4:44 pm

      Thank you so much Deepika.

      Reply

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