Wild Rice Soup with Sweet Potato and Kale
Wild Rice Soup with Sweet Potato and Kale is a nourishing and hearty dish that combines the nutty flavors of wild rice with the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes and the vibrant nutrition of kale. Perfect for chilly evenings, this comforting soup is not only delicious but also packed with health benefits. Serve it hot alongside crusty bread for a cozy meal that warms both body and soul.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup wild rice
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced
- 2 cups fresh kale, chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant (about 3 minutes).
- Stir in diced sweet potatoes and season with a pinch of salt; cook for 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add rinsed wild rice and vegetable broth; bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer.
- Cover and simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally until the rice is tender.
- Mix in chopped kale and cook for an additional 5 minutes until wilted.
- Serve hot, garnished with cracked black pepper if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg