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November 13, 2026

SUPER GREEN SOUP – paleo recipe

YIELD: 4 to 6 servings | PREP TIME: 10 minutes | STOVETOP: 25 minutes
  • 2 small leeks
  • 1 large head broccoli
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) ghee, light olive oil, or avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) salt
  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 quart Chicken Broth or Roasted Vegetable Broth
  • 1 bunch spinach or 8 ounces baby spinach
  • Chopped fresh chives, for garnish (optional)
01 Cut the root ends off the leeks, then cut them in half lengthwise and rinse out any dirt. Slice the white and light green parts into half-moons. Cut the broccoli stalk into coins and the crown into florets. 02 Heat the ghee in a large pot over medium heat. When hot, add the leeks, broccoli coins, and salt. Cook until the veggies are softened, about 10 minutes. You want the veggies to sweat but not brown. If they start to brown, add a small amount of the broth and continue cooking. 03 Add the broccoli florets and garlic and cook for another 4 to 5 minutes, until the garlic is fragrant. 04 Add the broth and cover the pot. Bring to a simmer, then cook until the broccoli is very soft, about 10 minutes. Add the spinach and cook until just wilted. 05 Puree the soup in batches in a blender or with an immersion blender until smooth. 06 Serve garnished with chopped chives, if desired. AIP Modification: Use avocado oil instead of ghee or olive oil.

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Super green soup earns its name: leeks, broccoli, and a whole bunch of spinach puree into a velvety, brilliant green bowl. The trick is sweating the leeks and broccoli stalks gently so they soften without browning and keep that vivid color. Finished with a scatter of chives, it is the tastiest way to eat your greens.

Pro Tips

  • Sweat the leeks and broccoli coins without letting them brown. If color starts to appear, add a splash of broth and keep going — browning muddies the soup's brilliant green.
  • Use the broccoli stalks, cut into coins. They are the sweetest part of the vegetable and give the soup its silky body.
  • Add the spinach at the very end and only until wilted; overcooking it turns the whole pot an olive drab instead of bright green.
  • For the AIP version, swap the ghee for avocado oil and the flavor is just as rich.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many servings does super green soup make?

About 4 to 6 generous bowls, ready in roughly 35 minutes including prep.

Can I freeze this soup?

Yes, it freezes well for up to 3 months. Let it cool fully and leave a little headspace in the jar, as the soup thickens slightly when frozen.

What broth works best in this recipe?

Chicken broth gives the richest flavor, while roasted vegetable broth keeps it vegetarian. Either one is far better than water here.

Can I use frozen spinach instead of fresh?

Fresh spinach or baby spinach is much better for color and flavor. If you must use frozen, thaw and squeeze it dry first, and add it just before pureeing.

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SUPER GREEN SOUP – paleo recipe
Stav Kogan

SUPER GREEN SOUP

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
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Ingredients
  

  • 2 small leeks
  • 1 large head broccoli
  • 1 tbsp ghee, light olive oil, or avocado oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 quart Chicken Broth or Roasted Vegetable Broth
  • 1 bunch spinach or 8 ounces baby spinach
  • 01 Cut the root ends off the leeks, then cut them in half lengthwise and rinse out any dirt. Slice the white and light green parts into half-moons. Cut the broccoli stalk into coins and the crown into florets.
  • 02 Heat the ghee in a large pot over medium heat. When hot, add the leeks, broccoli coins, and salt. Cook until the veggies are softened, about 10 minutes. You want the veggies to sweat but not brown. If they start to brown, add a small amount of the broth and continue cooking.
  • 03 Add the broccoli florets and garlic and cook for another 4 to 5 minutes, until the garlic is fragrant.
  • 04 Add the broth and cover the pot. Bring to a simmer, then cook until the broccoli is very soft, about 10 minutes. Add the spinach and cook until just wilted.
  • 05 Puree the soup in batches in a blender or with an immersion blender until smooth.
  • 06 Serve garnished with chopped chives, if desired.

Method
 

  1. Chopped fresh chives, for garnish (optional)

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