Quick Kale Soup Recipe (2024)

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This smooth Kale Soup recipe is quick and easy. You only need 6 ingredients and 20 minutes! It's vegetarian and gluten-free and easily vegan. The bright green soup is full of nourishing ingredients and tastes delicious. Only 150 calories per generous serving.

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There are few things more nourishing than a hot bowl of thick and creamy blended kale soup.

This recipe is quick and easy, and a great way to use up kale. And only 150 calories!

You only need 6 ingredients and 20 minutes for this incredible green soup.

It's vegetarian and gluten-free and easily vegan.

This bright green soup is full of nourishing ingredients and tastes delicious.

Only 150 calories per generous serving.

This soup tastes like a bowl full of goodness - and it is! It's creamy, velvety, tasty and makes you feel so good and nourished when you've eaten it!

Reader Testimonials

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "My favourite kale soup. I also added some spinach leaves." - Anna
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This was a really tasty soup and it doesn’t take that long to cook, that is a win for me." Lucy
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"I never know what to do with Kale, this was a really tasty suggestion! We loved it." - Fasiola
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"I made a paleo version of this kale soup by replacing potatoes with sweet potato. It was delish. Thank you for this recipe." - Richa

About the recipe

It's so simple to make:

The onion and garlic are sauteed so they're soft and fragrant.

The potatoes are added and cooked with the soup. Once blended they make it rich, thick and creamy.

Vegetable stock/broth gives the soup flavour and bulk and then kale is added for all of that green goodness.

I've added milk for creaminess. You can easily use dairy free milk to make this soup vegan and dairy free.

Voila! A filling, rich, quick and easy kale soup recipe.

Make a big batch, fill up your freezer and have a healthy soup on hand for easy lunches, dinners and appetizers.

Ingredients

You only need store cupboard ingredients to go with it and soon you'll have a dish of green goodness.

Ingredients:;
onion
garlic
potato
vegetable stock/broth
kale
milk (dairy or non-dairy)
salt and pepper

Cook's Tips

I like to jazz up my soup with soup toppers such asherby beans or a drizzle of cream and a sprinkling of seeds.

If you're looking for something to make this soup a bit heartier, try my garlic and herb skillet rolls or soft and fluffy milk rolls.

Every time I make a batch of kale soup, the colour comes out different. It depends on how large a handful of kale you add, it's freshness etc...

Special Diets

This recipe is naturally vegetarian and gluten-free.

Make it vegan: swap the milk for non-dairy milk: soy milk, almond milk or any nut milk all work well.

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How to make Kale Soup

This is such a simple soup recipe! You only need a few ingredients and soon you'll be tucking into this velvety creamy soup!

Check out this picture tutorial, then scroll down to the recipe card for the full ingredients and instructions.

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1: To make this kale soup you simply need to sautee the garlic, onion and potatoes in a little oil for a few minutes until they soften.
2: Then just add in the vegetable stock (broth) and let it cook for 10 minutes.
3: Once that's done, add the chopped kale and milk (dairy free for vegan) and cook for a further 3 minutes.

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4: Simmer the soup until the kale is soft.
5: Blend with a blender or stick blender.

Then just tuck in! It's rich and thick from the potatoes, with a vibrant green hue from the kale.

I like to serve mine sprinkled with seeds for a bit of texture.

A drizzle of cream or soy cream makes it pretty and extra creamy.

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If you're looking for more vegan soup recipes, be sure to check out my list of 25+ VEGAN SOUP RECIPES!

Serving suggestions

Although this soup is delicious on its own, you could try it with my soda bread or cheesy herb rolls.

If you're short on time, you can whip up a batch of my yeast-free naan bread recipe in minutes.

It's a tasty quick flatbread that's cooked in a frying pan.

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Quick Creamy Kale Soup

Kate Hackworthy | Veggie Desserts

Ready in just 20 minutes, this thick and creamy Kale Soup is hearty and tasty. It's naturally vegetarian and gluten free, and easily vegan.

4.83 from 41 votes

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Prep Time 3 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 18 minutes mins

Course Soup

Cuisine American

Servings 4

Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 2 cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 medium potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 3 ¼ cups (750ml) vegetable stock/broth
  • 1 cup (250ml) milk or dairy free milk
  • 2 large handfuls kale chopped
  • black pepper

Instructions

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan and add the garlic, onion and potato. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring often, until soft.

  • Pour in the stock and simmer for 10 minutes.

  • Add the milk and kale and cook for 3 minutes or until the kale wilts slightly.

  • Season with pepper. Use a handheld stick blender to puree the soup or transfer to a blender and whiz.

  • Optional serving suggestion: serve with a drizzle of cream (or non-dairy cream) and a sprinkling of seeds.

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Notes

The nutritional information provided is approximate and is created with online calculators. Info will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 5gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 789mgPotassium: 562mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 550IUVitamin C: 15.3mgCalcium: 112mgIron: 3.5mg

The nutritional information provided is approximate and can vary depending on several factors, so is not guaranteed to be accurate. Please see a registered dietician for special diet advice.

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Quick Kale Soup Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Can you make soup with kale? ›

Stir chicken broth and tomato into onion. Heat broth mixture to near-boiling and stir kale into liquid until completely submerged. Cook until kale wilts, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir beans into soup and cook until heated through, another 2 to 3 minutes.

Why is kale soup good for you? ›

Kale is high in Vitamin K. Vitamin K aids in a variety of bodily functions such as normal bone health and blood clotting. Some studies have also shown that eating a diet high in Vitamin K may help protect against certain cancers and help those suffering from Alzheimer's disease.

What kale is best for soup? ›

Lacinato kale is just right for soup because it doesn't disintegrate or fall apart if cooked for a long time. Even after it's reheated, kale retains its integrity. Its earthy-but-sweet flavors blend well with beans, a highly desirable soup ingredient. Besides tasting good, Lacinato kale is good for you.

Does kale hold up in soup? ›

From the bumpy leaves of lacinato to the ruffled look of curly kale, all types of kale are excellent for soup. No matter what kale you're using, you will want to make sure it's washed well. Before you chop it up, remove the tough stems from the center of the leaves.

Does boiling kale destroy nutrients? ›

Kale's fibrous cell walls may prevent your body from absorbing nutrients, but cooking kale can reduce its antioxidant content. Nutrition experts say steaming kale is a good way to make it easier to digest while preserving most of the nutrients.

Does kale lose nutrients when cooked in soup? ›

The big difference is with vitamin C, where the raw kale has about 5 times as much vitamin C as the cooked. There is about twice as much iron, calcium and potassium, in raw kale as there is in cooked kale, and there is about 20% more phosphorus in the raw kale.

Why can't you eat kale everyday? ›

Consumption of kale in excess can lead to constipation and stomach irritation. Due to the presence of oxalates, kale can increase the risk of kidney stones. Kale contains goitrogens, substances that inhibit the synthesis of thyroid hormone. So, its intake can increase the risk of iodine deficiency.

What organ is kale good for? ›

Various nutrients in kale may support heart health. The American Heart Association (AHA) recommends increasing the intake of potassium while reducing the consumption of added salt, or sodium. This can reduce the risk of high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease.

What happens to your body when you eat kale everyday? ›

Kale offers an abundance of nutrients that support heart health, including potassium, fiber, folate, and calcium. As part of a heart-healthy diet, kale can reduce the risk of heart disease by helping lower LDL cholesterol, or “bad cholesterol”.

What is the most delicious way to eat kale? ›

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Is spinach or kale better in soup? ›

Kale is richer in Vitamin C, while spinach has more folate, vitamins A, and K. Though kale and spinach hail from entirely different plant families, they're often used interchangeably in recipes ranging from salads to soups to smoothies.

Can you overcook kale in soup? ›

Yes, kale can become overcooked if left in the soup for too long. It is best to add kale towards the end of the cooking time to prevent it from becoming too wilted or losing its vibrant green color. Aim for a tender yet slightly crisp texture, as overcooked kale can turn mushy and affect the overall taste of your soup.

When should I add kale to my soup? ›

Finish the soup

Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes. Add the kale and simmer for 10 minutes.

Will kale make my soup bitter? ›

Some varieties, such as curly kale, are more bitter than others. If you are sensitive to bitterness, choose a milder variety, such as lacinato kale (also known as dinosaur kale). Remove the tough stems. The stems of kale can be tough and stringy, so it is best to remove them before cooking.

Is kale bitter in soup? ›

Curly kale has ruffled leaves and a fibrous stalk and is usually deep green in color. Its lively pungent flavor boasts deliciously bitter pepper notes.

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