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Caldo Verde (Paleo Version)

A traditional Portuguese soup made paleo-friendly by using cauliflower puree for thickness and omitting potatoes. Packed with flavor and healthy greens.

50m6 servings
DAIRY-freeSOY-free
250 cal|15g protein|20g carbs|12g fat|6g fiber

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 6 cups Chicken Broth
  • 1 head Cauliflower
  • 1 cup Kabocha Squash
  • 1 bunch Collard Greens
  • 1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1/2 tsp Sea Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
  • about 113 g Chorizo (Paleo-friendly)

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  2. 2Add the chicken broth, cauliflower florets, kabocha squash and smoked paprika to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the cauliflower and squash are very tender.
  3. 3Carefully transfer the soup to a blender and blend until smooth. Return the pureed soup to the pot.
  4. 4Stir in the thinly sliced collard greens. Simmer for another 5 minutes, or until the greens are tender. If using, add the sliced chorizo during the last 5 minutes.
  5. 5Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

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