Kale and White Bean Soup
Kale and white bean soup, the nutrient-dense recipe our bodies crave. This soup recipe is perfect for chilly nights when you want something cozy for dinner.
Ingredients
Soup:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter, salted
- 1 large white onion, about 1 cup diced
- 3-4 cloves garlic , sliced thin or minced
- 4 stalks celery , about 1 cup sliced
- 1 can white beans , rinsed and drained
- 2.5 cups kale, packed , wash the kale, remove the stems, and chop small
- 16 ounces chicken broth
- 1 chicken bouillon cube, for extra flavor
- 2 cups water
- salt and pepper to taste
Optional toppings:
- grated parmesan cheese
- red pepper flakes
- fresh chopped Italian parsley
Equipment
- soup pot
- can opener
Instructions
- In a large soup pot over medium heat, add the olive oil and butter.
- Add the diced onion, celery and garlic into the pot. Stir well.
- Once the onions are translucent, add the chicken broth, water and bouillon cube. Stir well.
- Next, you'll add the white beans along with the kale.
- Reduce the heat and let everything simmer over low heat.
- Season the soup with salt and pepper.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving, Calories: 222kcal, Carbohydrates: 25g, Protein: 9g, Fat: 10g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 4g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 15mg, Sodium: 763mg, Potassium: 820mg, Fiber: 5g, Sugar: 3g, Vitamin A: 4541IU, Vitamin C: 63mg, Calcium: 162mg, Iron: 3mg