Description
Warm, hearty, and deeply comforting, this Chunky Potato Kale Soup is the perfect dish for cozy nights or nourishing lunches. Packed with tender potatoes, vibrant kale, and sweet carrots, it delivers on flavor while keeping things wholesome and simple. Whether you’re after a quick dinner idea, a healthy snack, or a new addition to your soup rotation, this easy recipe is loaded with rustic charm and nourishing ingredients. Ideal for anyone looking for easy dinner ideas, meal prep food ideas, or nutritious comfort food without the fuss.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 large carrots, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
4 cups potatoes, peeled and cubed (Yukon Gold or Russet)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
5 cups vegetable broth
4 cups kale, stems removed and chopped
1/2 cup cream or coconut milk (optional)
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
1. Wash, peel, and chop all vegetables. Strip kale leaves from stems and chop.
2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
3. Stir in garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook for another 4–5 minutes until softened.
4. Add potatoes, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Stir to coat the vegetables.
5. Pour in the vegetable broth, making sure all vegetables are submerged. Bring to a boil.
6. Reduce heat to simmer. Cover and cook for 15–20 minutes, until potatoes are tender.
7. Stir in chopped kale and simmer for an additional 5–7 minutes until kale is tender.
8. Add cream or coconut milk (if using) and let it warm through. Taste and adjust seasoning.
9. Serve hot with cracked black pepper and crusty bread or grated Parmesan if desired.
Notes
For a thicker soup, partially mash some of the potatoes before adding kale.
Use low-sodium broth if watching salt intake, and adjust seasoning to taste.
Add a splash of lemon juice or vinegar before serving to brighten the flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: chunky potato soup, kale soup, easy dinner, healthy soup, vegan option