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Wild Mushroom, Caramelized Onion and Kale Soup

Comforting Wild Mushroom, Caramelized Onion and Kale Soup

A nourishing Wild Mushroom, Caramelized Onion and Kale Soup that warms the soul and is gluten-free.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Avocado oil can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 medium Sweet Onion Any onion variety works.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly chopped is preferable.
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt/Pink Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked for more flavor.
For the Mushrooms
  • 8 ounces Whole Shiitake Mushrooms Substitute with portobello if needed.
  • 8 ounces Baby Bella/Cremeni Mushrooms All cremini can be used.
For the Soup
  • 4 cups Chicken/Veggie Broth Low-sodium preferred.
  • 4 cups Kale Spinach can be substituted for a milder flavor.
  • 1 cup Coconut Milk/Cream Full-fat coconut cream for a denser texture.

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 sliced sweet onion and sauté for about 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
  2. Stir in 3 cloves of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of sea salt, and ½ teaspoon of black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add 8 ounces of whole shiitake mushrooms and 8 ounces of baby bella mushrooms, sautéing for 5-7 minutes.
  4. Pour in 4 cups of chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Add 4 cups of chopped kale, stirring gently.
  5. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes to meld flavors.
  6. Stir in 1 cup of coconut milk or cream and heat through for an additional 5 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This soup stores well in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage. Adjust seasoning as needed after reheating.

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