Caldo Verde (Portuguese Collard Soup)

Caldo Verde is considered the national dish of Portugal and is traditionally served during festive occasions.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Caldo Verde (Portuguese Collard Soup)

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 cup Collard Greens
• 2 medium Potatoes
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 4 cup Vegetable Broth
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 4 sliced Chorizo Sausage (optional)

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, sauté until translucent.
2. Add potatoes and vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender.
3. Meanwhile, wash and thinly slice the collard greens.
4. Once the potatoes are cooked, use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
5. Add the collard greens to the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
6. Season with salt and pepper.
7. If desired, add sliced chorizo sausage and cook for another 5 minutes.
8. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 5g

Protein 10g20%

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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.