Cook It Fit

How to cook more, eat better, and get fit

  • RECIPES
    • BREAKFAST
      • EVERYDAY
      • SMOOTHIES
      • SNACKS
    • LUNCH
      • MEALS
      • SALADS
      • SOUPS
      • PASTA
      • VEGETARIAN
      • VEGAN
    • DINNER
      • CHICKEN AND MEAT
      • FISH AND SEAFOOD
      • QUICK AND EASY
      • WOWFOODS
      • TACOS
    • DESSERT
      • BARS
      • CAKES
      • FRUITY
      • PANCAKES
  • HEALTHY TIPS
  • GET FIT
    • Monday Running Motivation: #MRM
    • Marathon Training
    • RACES
    • Reviews
    • New Years Resolutions
  • FAVORITE
  • About
  • WORK WITH ME

Leek Soup with Shrimps from Panama

August 26, 2014 by Cris 5 Comments

As I have been editing some of the pictures from my latest trip to Panama, I thought of sharing only a few snaps with you guys and my favorite soup recipe from there.  This leek soup with marinated shrimps is so gooood as it’s got such a fragrant and special flavor and it requires only a few ingredients.

Leek Soup with Shrimps from Panama
As funny as it might sound, I also learned this soup from my boyfriend’s mom, even though I meet her only twice. Here is the first one – Soup a la Panama – where you can find the recipe and a few details about how we first met.

As I have been editing some of the pictures from my latest trip to Panama, I thought of sharing only a few snaps with you guys. It such a beautiful and magical place. I love it!!!

Panama
Panama

Panama

Panama
Panama
Before going on with the recipe, I would like to remind you of the HEALTH BENEFITS of leek.

Firstly, I want to mention that unfortunately leeks have received less research attention than their fellow allium vegetables (especially garlic and onions), and for this reason, there is less documentation about their health benefits.

However, leeks contain many flavonoid anti-oxidants (such as carotenes, xantin and lutein), minerals and vitamins that have proven health benefits. In addition, leeks are one of the good source of vitamin A and C, which helps the human body develop resistance against infectious agents. Including leek in your weekly diet during pregnancy might help prevent neural tube defects in newborns.

Cooking leek is easier than you might think. Fist off, look for firm leeks with dark green leaves and a white (not yellowed) neck.

My recipe for today is really easy to do. And, as a bonus, you only need leek, onions, shrimps and fresh lemons, in order to get the best leek soup ever. I am not promising you not the most appealing picture, but a wonderful taste and such a healthy bite.

Leek Soup with Shrimps from Panama

Print
Leek Soup with marinated Shrimps
Author: Cook it fit
Prep time:  5 mins
Cook time:  40 mins
Total time:  45 mins
Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 3 leeks (white and light green parts only), halved lengthwise
  • 300 g tiger shrimps
  • 2 big onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • 1 fresh lemon
  • sea salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. First off, cut off the dark green top and the roots of the fresh leeks and remove the outer leaves.
  2. In a medium saucepan add olive oil over medium-low heat. Add the onions, leeks, cayenne pepper and 2 cups of still water stirring occasionally, until they soften and become lightly golden, 15 to 20 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, marinate the shrimps on a plate with the chopped onions and fresh lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Lastly, add the shrimps to the saucepan and let them cook for another 15 minutes and ready to be served.
Notes
Get creative, use the ingredients you have on hand and stay healthy! Make sure you only “cook it fit”.
3.2.2885

Sharing is caring!

  • Click to email this to a friend (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)
  • Click to print (Opens in new window)
  • More
  • Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)

Related

Filed Under: FISH AND SEAFOOD, LUNCH, QUICK AND EASY, RECIPES, SOUPS Tagged With: gluten-free, leek, leek soup, low-carb, lunch, Panama soup, shrimp soup, shrimps, side dish, travel

« Lentil, Roasted Pumpkin and Beetroot Salad
How To Make Crunchy Granola For Every Pocket »

Comments

  1. Fitness On Toast says

    August 26, 2014 at 9:59 pm

    This looks delicious!!!! 🙂

    Reply
    • Cook it fit says

      August 26, 2014 at 10:28 pm

      Thank you!You are very kind 🙂 By the way, good luck with the contest!

      Reply
      • Fitness On Toast says

        August 27, 2014 at 12:04 pm

        Thank you for the well wishes and for your vote 🙂

        Reply
        • Cook it fit says

          August 27, 2014 at 1:57 pm

          🙂 You’re welcome!

          Reply
  2. thehungrymum says

    August 27, 2014 at 7:19 am

    how super delish! I love prawns so this is right up my alley 🙂

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

  • Email
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • RSS

23 Proven Habits to Eat Healthier

10 Swaps That Improved My Health

My Top 5 Reasons to Start Doing Planks Every Day

My Top 5 Reasons to Start Doing Planks Every Day

10 Swaps That Improved My Health

Top-10-Foods-Youll-Never-Find-In-My-Refrigerator

Archives

Treat yourself

Spicy Tuna Taco with Black Beans and Corn
Brussels Sprouts Soup
How I Cook Quinoa
No Added Sugar Watermelon Mint Lemonade
Acai Granola Bowl

Sweet Tooth

Toasted-Hazelnuts-Dark-Chocolate-Granola-1
Vegan Cocoa Pancakes
Crispy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies4
Pomegranate Dark Chocolates
Easy Apple Muffins To Make

How To Prepare for your First Half-Marathon

Cris
my finding vegan gallery

What’s hot

active life asparagus avocado banana before workout meal breakfast routine chickpeas Clean Eating comfort food delicious desserts & sweets feta cheese fitness ginger gluten-free Greek yoghurt health healthy Healthy Eating Healthy Tips lentils low-carb lunch main course Monday Running Motivation morning routine motivation mushrooms naturally sweetened Nutrition one runner's food pack for lunch quick and easy quinoa roasted pumpkin rolled oats running Running Tips side dish spinach summer tips for beginner runners trail running vegan winter

Take note

The advice and information contained in my blog is a product only of my experience, opinion and my understanding of the learning I have undertaken. I strongly urge you to seek information from other professional and scientifically reliable sources. I have quoted sources and resources when I have been able. Cook it fit (2021)

FOLLOW

  • Email
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter

Welcome to Cook It Fit! Since June 2014, this blog has been the place for me to inspire and support you to make healthy lifestyle changes that last – with simple, delicious recipes and tips on how to make healthy choices every day. Though I'm now a certified nutrition coach, the information here is not intended to substitute the professional medical advice.
Stay healthy & be happy, Cris

fitness motivation

My 5 Top Reasons to Start Running Now
Running-NEWS-and-Tidbits
A Love Letter to BROOKS
My First-Time Yoga Experience

recipes

Salmon, Quinoa & Asparagus with Lime Thyme Sauce
FIT Deviled Eggs
Trigrano Rice with Black Lentils
Three Reasons Why You Should Make This Crazy-healthy Burger

Copyright © 2021 · Foodie Pro Theme by Shay Bocks · Built on the Genesis Framework · Powered by WordPress

loading Cancel
Post was not sent - check your email addresses!
Email check failed, please try again
Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email.