Heart-Healthy Mushroom and Greens Soup

Nourish your body and delight your taste buds with this Heart-Healthy Mushroom and Greens Soup, a wholesome blend of tender cremini and shiitake mushrooms, nutrient-packed kale and spinach, and protein-rich quinoa. Simmered in a flavorful low-sodium vegetable broth infused with garlic, thyme, and a vibrant splash of fresh lemon juice, this cozy and satisfying soup is designed to promote wellness without compromising on taste. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal, this hearty yet light dish is not only packed with fiber and antioxidants but also comes together in just 45 minutes, making it a go-to recipe for health-conscious home cooks. Serve piping hot and enjoy the comforting warmth of a soup that's as good for your heart as it is for your soul.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 large garlic cloves, minced
• 300 grams cremini mushrooms, sliced
• 200 grams shiitake mushrooms, sliced
• 5 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 100 grams kale, chopped
• 100 grams spinach, chopped
• 0.5 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, making sure not to burn the garlic.

Step 4

Add the sliced cremini and shiitake mushrooms to the pot and cook for about 7-8 minutes until they release their juices and start to brown.

Step 5

Pour the low-sodium vegetable broth into the pot and bring to a gentle boil.

Step 6

Add the rinsed quinoa to the boiling broth and reduce the heat to a simmer.

Step 7

Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is fully cooked.

Step 8

Mix in the chopped kale and spinach, allowing the greens to wilt into the soup.

Step 9

Stir in the fresh thyme leaves, black pepper, and salt.

Step 10

Remove the pot from the heat and add the lemon juice, stirring well to incorporate.

Step 11

Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot. Enjoy your heart-healthy meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2182.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	717.9

Total Fat 33.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3233.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 88.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.5g	0%
Total Sugars 23.0g
Protein 27.6g	0%

Vitamin D 66IU	0%
Calcium 385.9mg	0%
Iron 9.2mg	0%
Potassium 4031.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.1%

Protein: 14.5%

Carbs: 46.5%