Low Fat Hearty Winter Greens Soup

Warm up your winter evenings with this Low Fat Hearty Winter Greens Soup, a nutrient-packed, flavor-rich dish that’s as healthy as it is comforting. Loaded with a vibrant medley of kale, collard greens, and Swiss chard, this soup is a delicious way to enjoy seasonal vegetables. A base of low-sodium vegetable broth, aromatic garlic, onions, and a sprinkle of thyme infuses every spoonful with cozy, satisfying flavors, while the addition of creamy cannellini beans makes it irresistibly hearty. Finished with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for brightness, this one-pot meal is low in fat but big on taste. Ready in just 45 minutes and perfect for meal prepping, it’s an ideal choice for a wholesome, gluten-free dinner that will leave you feeling nourished and satisfied. Serve it with a slice of crusty whole grain bread for a complete, warming meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 6 cups vegetable broth, low-sodium
• 2 cups kale, chopped
• 2 cups collard greens, chopped
• 1 cup swiss chard, chopped
• 1 can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, diced celery, and diced carrot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened and the onion is translucent.

Step 3

Pour in the low-sodium vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.

Step 4

Add the chopped kale, collard greens, and swiss chard to the pot. Stir well to combine the greens with the broth.

Step 5

Stir in the cannellini beans, dried thyme, and crushed red pepper flakes.

Step 6

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 7

Simmer the soup for 15-20 minutes, until the greens are tender but still vibrant.

Step 8

Stir in the lemon juice, taste, and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Serve hot with a slice of whole grain bread if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2545.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	816.3

Total Fat 18.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2402.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 134.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.8g	0%
Total Sugars 19.7g
Protein 38.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 974.3mg	0%
Iron 13.8mg	0%
Potassium 4759.9mg	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: 19.5%

Protein: 18.1%

Carbs: 62.5%