Cabbage and Potato Soup (Caldo Verde)

Caldo Verde is a traditional Portuguese soup made with potatoes, cabbage, and olive oil. It is often served with slices of chouriço or linguiça (smoked Portuguese sausage). This soup has its origins in the Minho region of northern Portugal and is considered one of the country’s national dishes.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Cabbage and Potato Soup (Caldo Verde)

Cooking Method: Boiling Cuisine: Portuguese Courses: Lunch, Soup Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 720

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 400 gram Potatoes
• 200 gram Cabbage
• 1 piece Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 4 cup Vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Peel and chop the potatoes into small cubes.
2. Slice the cabbage into thin strips.
3. Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
4. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
5. Add the onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
6. Add the potatoes and cabbage, stir well.
7. Pour in the vegetable broth.
8. Season with salt and black pepper.
9. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
10. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
11. Use an immersion blender or a regular blender to blend the soup until smooth.
12. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7g11%

Total Carbohydrate 24g8%

Sugars 2g

Protein 6g12%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.