Low Carb Hearty Kale Soup

Warm up with a bowl of Low Carb Hearty Kale Soup, a nutrient-packed dish brimming with vibrant vegetables and bold flavors. This delicious, keto-friendly recipe combines tender kale, zucchini, and aromatic sautéed garlic, onions, celery, and carrots in a savory chicken or vegetable broth seasoned with Italian herbs and a hint of red pepper flakes for gentle heat. Ready in just 45 minutes, this comforting soup is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. Whether topped with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese or enjoyed as-is, this wholesome, low-carb soup is a satisfying and healthy option that will leave you craving seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion
• 3 medium garlic cloves
• 2 medium celery stalks
• 2 medium carrots
• 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 5 cups kale
• 1 medium zucchini
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Chop the onion, mince the garlic, and slice the celery and carrots. Add them to the pot and sauté for about 5 minutes, until the onion is translucent.

Step 3

Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and let simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 5

Meanwhile, remove the tough stems from the kale and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.

Step 6

Slice the zucchini into half-moons.

Step 7

Add the chopped kale, zucchini, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes to the pot.

Step 8

Simmer for another 10-15 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Serve hot, with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2228.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	851.0

Total Fat 49.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.8g
Cholesterol 53.4mg	0%
Sodium 9267.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 63.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.3g	0%
Total Sugars 31.7g
Protein 40.5g	0%

Vitamin D 12.8IU	0%
Calcium 1273.3mg	0%
Iron 5.8mg	0%
Potassium 2069.7mg	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: 51.5%

Protein: 18.9%

Carbs: 29.6%