Hearty Portuguese Kale Soup

Portuguese Kale Soup, also known as Caldo Verde, is a traditional Portuguese dish that originated in the northern region of Portugal. It is often served during festive occasions and is considered a national dish of Portugal.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Hearty Portuguese Kale Soup

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 5 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 minced Garlic cloves
• 2 medium Potatoes
• 2 medium Carrots
• 200 sliced Chorizo sausage
• 4 cups chopped Kale
• 6 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 1 cups White beans

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
2. Add potatoes, carrots, and chorizo sausage. Cook for 5 minutes.
3. Add kale, broth, salt, black pepper, bay leaf, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
5. Add white beans and simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
6. Remove bay leaf before serving.
7. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

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.