Hearty Winter Greens Soup
Warm up your winter evenings with this nourishing and flavorful Hearty Winter Greens Soup, a celebration of seasonal produce and wholesome ingredients. Loaded with nutrient-packed kale, spinach, and chard, this comforting soup is balanced with the creamy texture of Yukon Gold potatoes and protein-packed cannellini beans. Aromatic fresh thyme and a splash of bright lemon juice elevate the medley of vegetables, while optional parmesan cheese adds a savory finish. Quick to prepare and perfect for cozy family dinners or meal prepping, this hearty soup is a delicious way to stay healthy and satisfied during the cold months. Suitable for vegetarians, it’s a nutrient-dense bowl of warmth that blends earthy flavors and vibrant nutrition into every spoonful.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups kale, chopped
- 2 cups spinach, chopped
- 1 cup chard, chopped
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.25 cup parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 4-5 minutes until it becomes translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the diced carrots, celery, and cubed potatoes to the pot. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pot, and let it cook for about 10 minutes, or until the potatoes are just tender.
Add the chopped kale, spinach, and chard to the pot, stirring until the greens wilt slightly.
Stir in the cannellini beans and fresh thyme leaves.
Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
Simmer the soup for an additional 7-10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Stir in the lemon juice, adjusting seasoning if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with grated parmesan cheese if desired.
Serve hot and enjoy your hearty winter greens soup!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1872 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.4 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.2 g | 91% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 47 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 7122 mg | 310% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 259.8 g | 94% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 55.3 g | 198% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.0 g | ||
| Protein | 92.4 g | 185% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1617 mg | 124% | |
| Iron | 24.6 mg | 137% | |
| Potassium | 7761 mg | 165% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
