Chunky Vegan Potato Leek Soup - Clean Green Simple

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 or 4 leeks (sliced)
• 1 small yellow onion (diced)
• 2 carrots (peeled and sliced)
• 1 1/2 pounds potatoes (cubed)
• 4 garlic cloves (minced)
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley (or 1 tablespoon fresh parsley)
• 1 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper (plus more to taste)
• 1/8 teaspoon ground paprika
• Chives, fresh parsley, croutons (for topping, optional)