Ingredients
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- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups chopped kale or spinach
- 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, warm a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions, carrots, and celery; cook for 5-7 minutes until soft.
- Stir in minced garlic, dried thyme, and oregano; sauté for another minute.
- Pour in chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Introduce chopped kale or spinach and cooked rice or quinoa, if using.
- Allow to simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes until greens wilt and everything is heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve warm.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use homemade broth or fresh herbs. Feel free to substitute seasonal veggies or leafy greens according to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg