Nena's Leek, Zucchini & Broccoli Soup

Nena Niessen

Leeks, also known as poor man’s asparagus, have enjoyed a long and rich history, one that can be traced back through centuries. Leeks were well regarded by the ancient Greeks. The Greek philosopher Aristotle attributed a clear voice to a diet of leeks; as a result the Roman emperor Nero supposedly ate leeks everyday to make his voice stronger.  Today leeks are grown in through Europe, particularly in France and Germany.


The body produces Uric Acid as a bi product of the metabolism of proteins, which is excreted through urine. When excess uric acid is produced it tends to deposit in our joints causing inflammation and pain (arthritis).

Leeks's alkalizing and diuretic effect increases the elimination of uric acid which benefits those suffering from gout, arthritis or kidney disorder. Leeks contain considerable amount of sulfur and may play an important role in support of our body's antioxidant and detox systems.

Whether you have issues with joint pain or you are an up and coming singer in need of great voice this soup will leave you without pain and a great voice, enjoy!

Ingredients

  • 1 whole leek
  • 2 zucchini slice thin
  • 1 cup of broccoli stalk
  • 1 cup of water
  • 1 cup of almond milk (fresh made is best)
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • ½ teaspoon of Herbamare season
  • 1 teaspoon of Chef Shake spice

Method
Cut leeks in thin slice and wash thoroughly. Make sure the green parts of leeks are in perfect condition to ensure the good flavor.
Cut leeks in thin slices and wash thoroughly (Make sure the green parts of leeks are in perfect condition to ensure the good flavor) Cut the Zucchini in thin slices too.  Remove the floret of the broccoli and used only the stalk part, peal the outer part and slice thin.  Once all of the vegetables are clean and sliced thin, place them in sauce pan container.  Add the water and the almond milk, the garlic plus the spices.  Cook for approximately 15 minutes.  Adjust the herbamare season in case you need more salt. Transfer to a good blender and blend until smooth. Adjust the almond milk if you need a thinner version and enjoy!

Note:  Herbamare is made by Vogel Company. Chef Shake is made by Spice Hunter.  The soup will be best if you use fresh homemade almond milk.

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About Nena

Nena Niessen, author of Cures from the Kitchen, is a Nicaraguan chef who is certified in Plant Based Nutrition and Natural Health. As a two-time survivor of cancer herself, Nena’s passion is cooking for cancer patients and boosting their immune systems through the power of delicious, nutritious food. She is a disease prevention cooking expert who only cooks with the most natural of foods. She has appeared on PBS’s “Cooking for Health and Pleasure”, is an official blogger in the Huffington Post, and is a contributor for Edible magazine. Nena has worked with many notable clients such as syndicated radio and talk show host Billy Bush, Arianna Huffington, Sugar Ray Leonard and bestselling authors Dr. Harvey Karp and Robert O. Young; All of whom sing the praises of a woman whose mission is to help people achieve and maintain good health as well as aid in the prevention of disease through the use of healthful, all natural foods. Find Nena online at www.CuresFromtheKitchen.net.