Wintery Kale Soup
Cozy up with a steaming bowl of Wintery Kale Soup, the ultimate cold-weather comfort food that's as nourishing as it is delicious. This hearty, vegetable-packed soup combines tender kale, creamy cannellini beans, and silky russet potatoes for a satisfying, nutrient-rich meal. Aromatic herbs like thyme, oregano, and bay leaf infuse every spoonful with warmth, while a splash of fresh lemon juice adds a bright, zesty finish. Ready in just 50 minutes, this plant-based recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or weekend meal prep. Serve it with crusty bread for the ultimate winter comfort or a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a touch of elegance. Both healthy and comforting, this soup is sure to become a seasonal favorite for your family!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 large carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 medium Russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 6 cups kale, destemmed and chopped
- 1 15-ounce can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, minced garlic, chopped celery, and carrots. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
Stir in the diced potatoes and cook for another 2 minutes.
Add the vegetable broth, dried thyme, dried oregano, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat to a simmer and cover the pot. Let it cook for 15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
Stir in the chopped kale and cannellini beans. Simmer for another 5-7 minutes until the kale is wilted and tender.
Remove the bay leaf and stir in the lemon juice to brighten the flavors.
Adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1896 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.0 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 6196 mg | 269% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 317.2 g | 115% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 63.3 g | 226% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.4 g | ||
| Protein | 80.9 g | 162% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1590 mg | 122% | |
| Iron | 27.3 mg | 152% | |
| Potassium | 9356 mg | 199% | |
*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.
