Low Carb Hearty Winter Greens Soup

Warm up your winter nights with this Low Carb Hearty Winter Greens Soup, a comforting bowl packed with nutrient-rich kale, spinach, and collard greens simmered to tender perfection in a fragrant broth. Sautéed aromatics like onion, garlic, and celery add depth to every spoonful, while a blend of thyme, oregano, and a splash of lemon juice elevates the flavor profile with zesty, herbaceous notes. This wholesome low-carb soup is quick to prepare in just 50 minutes, making it a perfect weeknight meal for cozy nights in. Garnished with a delicate sprinkle of grated Parmesan, it’s an irresistible high-protein, gluten-free option for anyone seeking a satisfying and health-conscious dish. Enjoy it as a light lunch or hearty starter that celebrates the best of winter greens in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion
• 3 garlic cloves
• 2 celery stalks
• 1 medium carrot
• 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 4 cups kale
• 4 cups spinach
• 4 cups collard greens
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0.25 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

Pour the chicken or vegetable broth into the pot and bring to a simmer.

Step 4

While the broth is heating, roughly chop the kale, spinach, and collard greens.

Step 5

Add the kale, spinach, and collard greens to the pot, stirring gently to combine.

Step 6

Stir in the thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Simmer the soup for about 20-25 minutes, or until the greens are tender.

Step 8

Stir in the lemon juice and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if necessary.

Step 9

Serve hot, sprinkled with grated parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2787.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	871.0

Total Fat 45.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g
Cholesterol 20mg	0%
Sodium 8245.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 86.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.7g	0%
Total Sugars 18.7g
Protein 47.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1824.6mg	0%
Iron 14.8mg	0%
Potassium 2761.0mg	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: 43.3%

Protein: 20.1%

Carbs: 36.6%