Hearty Vegetarian Kale Soup

AuthorJoshua SmithDifficultyBeginner
Yields8 Servings
Prep Time25 minsCook Time30 minsTotal Time55 mins
 2 tbsp olive oil
 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
 2 tbsp garlic, minced
 1 bunch of fresh kale, stems discarded and leaves chopped
 8 cups water
 6 white potatoes, peeled and diced
 2 cans (15 ounces each) of cannellini beans (drain if preferred)
 1 can (15 ounces) of diced tomatoes
 6 cubes of vegetable bouillon (Knorr or similar brand)
 2 tbsp dried parsley
 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
 Salt and pepper, to taste
1

In a spacious soup pot, heat the olive oil over a medium-high flame. Sauté the onions and garlic until they turn translucent, which should take about 2-3 minutes.

2

Add the chopped kale to the pot and stir until it wilts, roughly 2 minutes.

3

Pour in the water, followed by the diced potatoes, beans, tomatoes, vegetable bouillon cubes, dried parsley, and Italian seasoning.

4

Allow the mixture to come to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer. Cook until the potatoes are tender, approximately 25 minutes.

5

Season your soup with salt and pepper according to your preference.

To Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and serve with crusty bread or croutons for added texture.

Special Notes and Tips:

  • For a creamier texture, you can blend half the soup and then mix it back in.
  • If you prefer a spicier kick, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes.
  • Fresh herbs can also be used in place of dried ones for a more vibrant flavor.
  • This soup stores well and often tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld together. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator and enjoy within 3-4 days.

Ingredients

 2 tbsp olive oil
 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
 2 tbsp garlic, minced
 1 bunch of fresh kale, stems discarded and leaves chopped
 8 cups water
 6 white potatoes, peeled and diced
 2 cans (15 ounces each) of cannellini beans (drain if preferred)
 1 can (15 ounces) of diced tomatoes
 6 cubes of vegetable bouillon (Knorr or similar brand)
 2 tbsp dried parsley
 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
 Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1

In a spacious soup pot, heat the olive oil over a medium-high flame. Sauté the onions and garlic until they turn translucent, which should take about 2-3 minutes.

2

Add the chopped kale to the pot and stir until it wilts, roughly 2 minutes.

3

Pour in the water, followed by the diced potatoes, beans, tomatoes, vegetable bouillon cubes, dried parsley, and Italian seasoning.

4

Allow the mixture to come to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer. Cook until the potatoes are tender, approximately 25 minutes.

5

Season your soup with salt and pepper according to your preference.

Notes

Hearty Vegetarian Kale Soup