Low Fat Hearty Winter Greens Soup
Warm up on chilly nights with this Low Fat Hearty Winter Greens Soup, a nourishing and flavorful recipe packed with vibrant, nutrient-dense greens like kale, collard greens, and Swiss chard. This wholesome soup is simmered with creamy cannellini beans, aromatic vegetables, and a hint of thyme and crushed red pepper flakes for a comforting, subtly spicy kick. With just a touch of olive oil and low-sodium vegetable broth, this soup is a light yet satisfying option for healthy eating. Finished with a splash of fresh lemon juice, it’s the perfect combination of tangy, savory, and earthy flavors. Ready in under 45 minutes, this one-pot meal is ideal for meal prep and pairs beautifully with crusty whole-grain bread or a simple side salad. Easy, vegan, and gluten-free, this winter greens soup is a delicious way to stay cozy and well-nourished all season long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 6 cups vegetable broth, low-sodium
- 2 cups kale, chopped
- 2 cups collard greens, chopped
- 1 cup swiss chard, chopped
- 1 can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, diced celery, and diced carrot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened and the onion is translucent.
Pour in the low-sodium vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
Add the chopped kale, collard greens, and swiss chard to the pot. Stir well to combine the greens with the broth.
Stir in the cannellini beans, dried thyme, and crushed red pepper flakes.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Simmer the soup for 15-20 minutes, until the greens are tender but still vibrant.
Stir in the lemon juice, taste, and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve hot with a slice of whole grain bread if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
816 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.6 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2403 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 134.3 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.8 g | 128% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.7 g | ||
| Protein | 38.9 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 974 mg | 75% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 4760 mg | 101% | |
*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.
