Vichyssoise Soup Recipe | Creamy Cold Leek & Potato Soup

Enjoy Vichyssoise Soup, a chilled, creamy blend of leeks, potatoes, and cream. A French classic that's smooth, elegant, and perfect for warm days. Vichyssoise Soup is a luxurious, creamy French-style soup made with puréed leeks, potatoes, onions, and heavy cream, traditionally served cold. This velvety dish is a staple in gourmet kitchens and summer menus alike, offering a refreshing and refined twist on comfort food. Whether served as a starter or a light main, Vichyssoise brings a touch of elegance to your table with minimal effort and maximum flavor.

Soup Sunday is here with us and I'm going all French. With Vichysoisse Soup! Layered with rich flavour, velvety smooth and aromatic this soup is what you should be having almost daily. Vichysoisse soup is made of boiled and pureed leeks, onions, potatoes, cream and chicken stock. Traditionally the soup is served cold but can also be eaten hot. When cooking with leeks you need to clean them thoroughly since they tend to have dirt stuck in between tr stalks. Trim off the roots and tough green leaves, slit leeks length ways to the center, hold root ends and run under cold water to wash out the dirt. You can use coconut milk to add extra richness and a tropical flavour. I'm loving soups and I always look forward to Sundays when I get to make delicious soup. 

INGREDIENTS

2 Leeks
1 Onion
1 Large Potato
2 Tablespoon Butter
2 Cups Vegetable Stock
2 Cups Milk
1 Cup Plain Yoghurt
1 Cup Whipping Cream
1/8 Teaspoon Salt
1 Teaspoon Black Pepper

METHOD

Wash and trim leeks, cut into thin rings. FinelyFinely chop onion, peel and dice potato. In saucepan add butter, onions and leeks

Cook the leeks and onions until softened around 5-7 minutes

Add potatoes into the mixture

Pour in the vegetable stock

Reduce the heat, let vegetables simmer gently for 20 minutes

Add vegetables into a blender and add milk

Blend the mixture until smooth

Transfer to bowl, whisk in plain yoghurt and whipping cream

Add salt and pepper to taste

Mix well, taste for seasoning

Chill for 1 hour

Serve ladled in individual bowls or soup plates garnished with cilantro or chives

VICHYSSOISSE SOUP

Recipe by Mulunga Alukwe

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Total time: 40 minutes
Yield: 2 Servings
Ingredients

• 2 Leeks
• 1 Onion
• 1 Large Potato
• 2 Tablespoons Butter
• 2 Cups Vegetable Stock
• 2 Cups Milk
• 1 Cup Plain Yoghhurt
• 1 Cup Whipping Cream
• 1/8 Teaspoon Salt
• 1 Teaspoon Black Pepper

Cooking Directions

1. Wash and trim leeks, cut into thin rings. Finely chop onion, peel and dice potato. In saucepan add butter, onions and leeks. Cook the leeks and onions until softened around 5-7 minutes. Add potatoes into the mixture
2. Pour in the vegetable stock. Reduce the heat, let vegetables simmer gently for 20 minutes
3. Add vegetables into a blender and add milk. Blend the mixture until smooth
4. Transfer to bowl, whisk in plain yoghurt and whipping cream. Add salt and black pepper
5. Chill for 1 hour. Serve ladled in individual bowls or soup plates garnished with cilantro or chives

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Vichyssoise Soup: FAQs

What is Vichyssoise soup?
Vichyssoise is a classic French cold soup made primarily from pureed leeks, potatoes, onions, and cream. It is traditionally served chilled, offering a smooth, creamy texture with a delicate onion and potato flavor.

Can Vichyssoise be served hot?
Yes! While Vichyssoise is typically enjoyed cold, it can also be served warm. Serving it hot offers a comforting alternative but changes the traditional experience of the dish.

Is this soup dairy-free or vegan?
Traditional Vichyssoise contains cream, making it neither dairy-free nor vegan. However, you can substitute dairy cream with coconut cream or cashew cream to create a vegan and dairy-free version.

How do I store Vichyssoise?
Store the soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Since it’s served cold, chilling the soup thoroughly before serving is recommended.

Can I freeze Vichyssoise?
Freezing is not recommended due to the dairy content, which can separate and affect the soup’s creamy texture upon thawing.

What are good garnishes or toppings?
Chopped fresh chives, parsley, or a drizzle of olive oil complement the soup beautifully. A sprinkle of cracked black pepper adds subtle heat.

How long does it take to prepare?
Preparation takes about 15 minutes, and cooking takes around 30 minutes. Then the soup needs to chill for at least 2 hours to develop its flavors.

Printable Nutrition Card (Per Serving)

Nutrient	Amount	Notes
Calories	~180 kcal	Varies with cream quantity
Carbohydrates	~20 g	From potatoes and leeks
Protein	~3 g
Fat	~10 g	Mostly from cream
Saturated Fat	~6 g	Due to cream
Fiber	~2 g	From vegetables
Sodium	~400 mg	Varies based on added salt

Note: Nutrition values depend on exact ingredients and portion size.

Dietary Information

Diet Type	Suitable?	Notes
Vegan	❌ No	Contains cream; substitute needed
Vegetarian	✅ Yes	Contains dairy but no meat
Gluten-Free	✅ Yes	Naturally gluten-free
Dairy-Free	❌ No	Contains cream; can substitute
Nut-Free	✅ Yes	No nuts included
Keto-Friendly	❌ No	Contains carbs from potatoes
Paleo-Friendly	❌ No	Contains dairy and potatoes

Tip: For a lighter version, use low-fat cream or substitute with plant-based alternatives.

Please note that these values are estimates and can vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes used. For precise nutritional information, consider using a nutrition calculator with exact ingredient measurements.