Vegan Hearty Pork Soup
Warm up with a comforting bowl of Vegan Hearty Pork Soup, a plant-based twist on a classic favorite. Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like sweet potatoes, kale, and carrots, this soup features tender vegan pork-style soy curls simmered in a savory broth infused with smoked paprika, thyme, and a hint of garlic. The recipe is easy to follow and ready in just an hour, making it perfect for a cozy weeknight meal. Each bite offers a satisfying balance of smoky, earthy, and slightly sweet flavors, while the vibrant vegetables and herbs make it as nutritious as it is delicious. Serve it with a crusty slice of bread or enjoy it on its own for a wholesome vegan delight that will keep you coming back for more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 cups vegan pork-style soy curls or chunks
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 14.5 ounces can of diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon thyme leaves, dried
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 cups kale, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic, sliced carrots, and celery. Cook for another 4-5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
Add the diced sweet potatoes and vegan pork-style soy curls to the pot, stirring to combine with other vegetables.
Pour in the vegetable broth and diced tomatoes, including their juice.
Stir in the dried thyme, smoked paprika, and add the bay leaf.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 25 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes and soy curls are tender.
Add the chopped kale, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes until the kale is wilted and tender.
Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning as desired.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2558 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.3 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.8 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5396 mg | 235% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 231.3 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 74.0 g | 264% | |
| Total Sugars | 67.1 g | ||
| Protein | 259.8 g | 520% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1603 mg | 123% | |
| Iron | 33.1 mg | 184% | |
| Potassium | 8590 mg | 183% | |
*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.
