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Paleo Caldo Verde (Green Broth) with Chorizo

A paleo-friendly version of the traditional Portuguese soup, Caldo Verde, featuring blended greens, potatoes (or cauliflower for lower carbs), and slices of chorizo for a smoky flavor.

15m prep + 30m cook6 servings
320 cal|20g protein|25g carbs|15g fat|5g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1 large head Cauliflower, chopped
  • 1.5 lbs Potatoes, chopped
  • 6 cups Kale, thinly sliced
  • 8 cups Chicken broth
  • 4 oz Chorizo, sliced
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Sea salt
  • 0.5 tsp Black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. 2Add the chopped potatoes (or cauliflower) and chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  3. 3Carefully transfer the soup to a blender and blend until smooth. Alternatively, use an immersion blender to blend the soup directly in the pot.
  4. 4Return the blended soup to the pot. Add the sliced kale and chorizo. Simmer for another 5 minutes, or until the kale is tender.
  5. 5Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Substitutions

PotatoesCauliflower

Lower carb

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