Best 3 Kale And Cabbage Soup Recipes

Kale and cabbage soup is a hearty, flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is made with a variety of healthy ingredients, including kale, cabbage, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, and vegetable broth. The soup is also seasoned with salt, pepper, and thyme. This soup is a great source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. It is also low in calories and fat, making it a healthy choice for those who are watching their weight. The article provides three different recipes for kale and cabbage soup: a classic recipe, a vegan recipe, and a slow cooker recipe. The classic recipe is made with beef broth, while the vegan recipe is made with vegetable broth. The slow cooker recipe is a great option for those who want to come home to a hot meal without having to spend a lot of time in the kitchen. All three recipes are easy to follow and make a delicious and nutritious soup that is sure to please everyone at the table.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

PORTUGUESE KALE SOUP

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The best Portuguese soup made by my mother, Christina L. Pacheco

Provided by John J. Pacheco

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Kale Soup Recipes

Time 8h

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

½ pound dried white pea beans
½ pound chorizo sausage, thinly sliced
1 pound beef soup bones
1 quart water
1 medium head cabbage, chopped
2 bunches kale - rinsed, dried and chopped
5 potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 quart hot water or as needed
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

Soak beans in twice their volume of water 8 hours or overnight.
In a large pot, place drained beans, chorizo, soup bones and 1 quart water (or more as needed to cover). Cook over medium heat until beans are just beginning to be tender, 1 hour.
Stir in cabbage, kale, potatoes and enough hot water to cover. Cook until potatoes are tender, 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.2 calories, Carbohydrate 42.2 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 8.4 g, Protein 14.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 321.1 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

PORTUGUESE KALE SOUP

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DH and I have been going to a little place called Cafe Rio for years. About the only thing we ever order there is Portuguese kale soup. I have tried to duplicate the recipe for several years and this is as close as it gets. The linguica sausage is a must.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories Potato

Time 1h5m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 bunch kale
1/2 head green cabbage
6 -8 cups chicken stock or 6 -8 cups canned reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 lb linguica sausage, sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 lb red potatoes, diced
2 (15 1/4 ounce) cans dark red kidney beans
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 medium onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
3 bay leaves
1/8 teaspoon Hungarian paprika
1 -2 tablespoon olive oil
coarse salt
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

Wash kale under running water.
Strip from tough stem, coarse chop and set aside.
In the food processor, using the medium shredder blade, shred cabbage, drain and rinse beans.
Heat the olive oil in a large stock pot, add sausage, chopped onion and minced garlic.
Cook, stirring occasionally until the onion is transparent.
Add remaining ingredients, bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for about 45 minutes to 1 hour.
Adjust chicken stock as needed for desired consistency.
Add salt and pepper to taste, remove bay leaf and serve hot with a coarse bread.

SAUSAGE AND KALE SOUP

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Try serving this easy, hearty kale soup recipe as the main course of a light meal.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red-pepper flakes
5 waxy potatoes (1 1/2 pounds), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch chunks
3 cans (14 1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 bunch kale (12 ounces), stemmed and shredded
12 ounces smoked chicken sausage, cut into 1/2-inch half moons

Steps:

In a large pot (6 to 8 quarts), heat oil over medium. Add onion and cook until soft, stirring, 2 to 3 minutes. Add garlic and red-pepper flakes; cook unti fragrant, 1 minute. Add potatoes and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer until potatoes are tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
In a blender, puree half the soup. Return to pot; add kale and sausage. Simmer until kale is wilted, 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 g, Fat 16 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 20 g

Tips:

Choose the right kale and cabbage. Look for kale with dark, leafy greens and no signs of wilting. For cabbage, select firm heads with tightly packed leaves.
Chop the vegetables evenly. This will help them cook evenly in the soup.
Don't overcrowd the pot. If you add too many vegetables at once, they won't cook properly.
Use a flavorful broth. Vegetable broth or chicken broth will add a lot of flavor to the soup.
Season the soup to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers. This will help soak up the delicious broth.

Conclusion:

Kale and cabbage soup is a healthy, flavorful, and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. With its simple ingredients and customizable flavor profile, this soup is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a comforting and nutritious meal, give kale and cabbage soup a try!