Leek and Carrot Soup with Harissa – Easy, Flavorful, and Healthy

Hey everyone! Today I’m sharing a cozy and comforting recipe: Leek and Carrot Soup with Harissa. This dish uses simple ingredients—carrots, leeks, water, and olive oil—but gets elevated by the addition of harissa, a North African spice blend that adds a subtle heat and depth of flavor.

In under 30 minutes, you’ll have a light, nutritious, and flavorful soup that’s perfect for chilly nights or whenever you want a healthy homemade meal without a lot of effort.

Serve it with crusty bread for an easy and satisfying dinner.

Bowl of creamy leek and carrot soup with harissa, served with crusty bread

Leek and Carrot Soup with Harissa – Easy, Flavorful, and Healthy

This leek and carrot soup is light, creamy, and packed with flavor. The addition of harissa gives it a warm, spicy twist that turns a simple dish into something special. Perfect for quick, healthy weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine Brazilian, Mediterranean
Servings 4 sservings
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Blender

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large leek
  • 3 medium size carrots
  • 1 tsp dried harissa
  • salt
  • black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Chop and wash the leek set aside.
  • Chop carrots set aside.
  • Add 2 table spoons of olive oil and heat it up.
  • Add the leaks and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Add carrots and cook for another 10 minutes.
  • Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  • Add Harissa about a tea spoon or to taste.
  • Add water and cook covered in low heat until carrots are soft.
  • Once cooked transfer to a blender.

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