Cool Kale and Potato Soup
Cool Kale and Potato Soup blends tender red potato and finely chopped kale in a seasoned beef broth, with a gentle warmth from chile and garlic. Hints of nutmeg, cinnamon, and allspice add unexpected depth, while crisp bacon and sage bring a smoky-herbal finish. Serve it chilled on warm days as a light lunch or a refreshing starter for dinner.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Cool Kale and Potato Soup, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 63 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityFair
- 60 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 100 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 51
- Heart Health
- 48
- Metabolic
- 62
- Digestive
- 46
- Inflammatory
- 62
- Performance
- 73
- General Wellness
- 1
Combine beef broth, water, potato, onion, chile pepper, and garlic in a Dutch oven or large saucepan; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir in the kale; season with nutmeg, cinnamon, allspice, salt, and black pepper. Reduce heat to medium; simmer until the potato is tender, about 20 minutes, adding more water if needed.
- 2
Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until slightly browned but still tender, about 5 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Chop the bacon.
- 3
Stir the bacon into the soup; simmer no more than 3 minutes. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours. Top each serving with sage.
- Calories 1022.01 kcal High 51%
- Protein 60.92 g Good Source 122%
- Carbohydrate 186.46 g 68%
- Total Fat 17.09 g High 22%
- Saturated Fat 2.79 g Moderate 14%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 20.99 mg Moderate 7%
- Sodium 1257.87 mg High 55%
- Dietary Fiber 38.44 g Good Source 137%
- Total Sugars 8.54 g --
- Added Sugars 5.57 g Moderate 11%
- Calcium 1705.46 mg Good Source 131%
- Iron 24.7 mg Good Source 137%
- Potassium 595.79 mg Moderate 13%
- Vitamin A 6816.07 mcg Good Source 757%
- Vitamin C 1664.6 mg Good Source 1850%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Cool Kale and Potato Soup is an American dinner recipe made with 14 ingredients. It takes about 45 mins, serves 2, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Beef Broth, Black Pepper, Center Cut Bacon, and Chili Pepper. Each serving provides about 1022.01 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Cool Kale and Potato Soup?
- It is an American soup recipe made with 14 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
- What is Cool Kale and Potato Soup made of?
- The main ingredients are Beef Broth, Black Pepper, Center-Cut Bacon, Chili Pepper, Dried Sage. The full list of 14 is above.
- What goes well with Cool Kale and Potato Soup?
- Explore these American side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Cool Kale and Potato Soup?
- About 45 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 1022.01 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Cool Kale and Potato Soup easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 14 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Cool Kale and Potato Soup healthy?
- Cool Kale and Potato Soup has an easyChef Pro health score of 70/100. Per serving, it provides 1022.01 calories and 60.92 g of protein, or 122% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium, iron, vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1257.87 mg (55% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 2.79 g (14% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 5.57 g (11% of the Daily Value). It contains Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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