Red Russian Kale and Chorizo Soup (Caldo Verde)

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
12%
Red Russian Kale and Chorizo Soup (Caldo Verde)
45 min.
4
345kcal

Suggestions


Warm up your kitchen and delight your taste buds with this vibrant and hearty Red Russian Kale and Chorizo Soup, also known as Caldo Verde. Bursting with flavor and packed with nutritional goodness, this gluten-free and dairy-free meal is perfect for a cozy lunch or a comforting dinner. With just 45 minutes of preparation, you'll have a delicious dish that serves four, making it ideal for family gatherings or meal prepping for the week ahead.

The rich, smokiness of Spanish chorizo infuses the soup with an irresistible depth, while the tender ribbons of Red Russian kale bring a fresh, earthy contrast that elevates this traditional Portuguese recipe to new heights. The combination of onions, garlic, and chile flakes provides a robust foundation of flavor, making each spoonful a gratifying experience. The creamy texture from the russet potatoes rounds out the dish, creating a satisfying bowl that will warm you from the inside out.

Not only does this soup satisfy your cravings, but it's also a fantastic way to incorporate more greens into your diet while indulging in the savory pleasures of chorizo. So grab your pot and immerse yourself in the delightful aromas of culinary magic. This Red Russian Kale and Chorizo Soup is sure to become a staple in your recipe repertoire.

Ingredients

  • large garlic cloves minced
  • cups chicken broth reduced-sodium
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • large onion chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.5 teaspoon chile flakes red
  • 0.8 pound baking potatoes peeled chopped
  • ounces chorizo spanish thinly sliced
  • 12 ounces russian red cut into slender ribbons
  • 12 ounces russian red cut into slender ribbons

Equipment

  • paper towels
  • pot
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Cook chorizo in oil in a pot over medium-high heat, stirring often, until browned, about 5 minutes.
  2. Transfer chorizo to a paper towel with a slotted spoon.
  3. Add onion to fat in pot and saut until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, chile flakes, and pepper; cook about 1 minute.
  4. Add broth and potato; cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until potato is tender, about 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in kale and chorizo; cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer until kale is tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Season with salt.

Nutrition Facts

Calories345kcal
Protein22.51%
Fat49.46%
Carbs28.03%

Properties

Glycemic Index
50.44
Glycemic Load
13.03
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
9.4804347649865%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.88mg
Kaempferol
0.25mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
7.64mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:344.77kcal
17.24%
Fat:19.29g
29.68%
Saturated Fat:6.33g
39.59%
Carbohydrates:24.61g
8.2%
Net Carbohydrates:22.68g
8.25%
Sugar:2.69g
2.99%
Cholesterol:35.44mg
11.81%
Sodium:134.69mg
5.86%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:19.76g
39.52%
Vitamin B3:6.62mg
33.12%
Potassium:778.83mg
22.25%
Vitamin B6:0.4mg
20.21%
Phosphorus:184.99mg
18.5%
Copper:0.32mg
16.16%
Iron:2.88mg
16.02%
Manganese:0.24mg
12.16%
Vitamin C:8.09mg
9.81%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
9.8%
Fiber:1.92g
7.7%
Magnesium:28.62mg
7.15%
Vitamin B12:0.41µg
6.88%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.06%
Vitamin A:279.72IU
5.59%
Zinc:0.75mg
5.03%
Folate:19.19µg
4.8%
Vitamin K:4.49µg
4.27%
Vitamin E:0.62mg
4.13%
Calcium:40.88mg
4.09%
Vitamin B5:0.32mg
3.17%
Selenium:0.8µg
1.15%
Source:My Recipes