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    Home » Recipes » Soup

    Quinoa Potato Soup with Super Greens

    Jul 17, 2016 by Kaitlin

    A healthy Quinoa Potato Soup recipe with a nourishing "super greens" combination of broccoli, kale, and spinach. So comforting and simple to prepare! (Vegan, gluten-free, oil-free.)

    vegan quinoa potato soup in a bowl with spoon

    This comforting Quinoa Potato Soup is so warmly satisfying on chilly days.

    Plus it is filled with plant-based nutrients that are wonderfully nourishing.

    Hearty quinoa and potato combine with a "super greens" combination of fresh kale, spinach, and broccoli. Delicious and healthy!

    Uncooked white quinoa in a glass jar on wooden table

    Ingredients for Quinoa Potato Soup

    For this recipe you will simmer in a large pot:

    • Yellow onion: Or you can use white onion or sweet onion if needed.
    • Fresh garlic cloves: Or substitute dried garlic powder if desired.
    • Carrot
    • Gold potato: I like the buttery taste and texture of Yukon gold potatoes, but you can use white potatoes, russet potatoes, or red potatoes instead.
    • Broccoli: Either fresh or frozen broccoli works great for this recipe.
    • Diced tomatoes: You can use either regular or fire-roasted canned tomatoes.
    • Vegetable broth: Be sure to use low sodium if desired.
    • White quinoa: Or you can substitute other grains like rice or barley.
    • Fresh kale
    • Baby spinach
    • Dried basil
    Bowl of quinoa potato soup with kale, spinach, broccoli

    Customizing

    Vegetables: Add other veggies as you see fit like celery, zucchini, yellow summer squash, green beans, mushrooms, peas, etc.

    Herbs + seasonings: Use your own favorites such as dried oregano, Italian seasonings, parsley, etc. Or top your bowl with fresh herbs before serving.

    Miso: You can also whisk in some white miso at the end of cooking time for a salty, umami taste.

    Vegan Quinoa Potato Soup with kale and spinach in a white bowl

    For more inspiration, also browse all quinoa recipes or potato recipes.

    Vegan Quinoa Potato Soup with kale and spinach in a white bowl

    Quinoa Potato Soup with Super Greens

    A warmly nourishing soup with a nutrient-packed "super greens" combination of broccoli, kale, and spinach!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time: 25 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 50 minutes minutes
    Author: Kaitlin - The Garden Grazer
    Course: Soup
    Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, Vegan
    Servings: 6 medium bowls

    Ingredients

    • 1 yellow onion
    • 3 cloves garlic
    • 1 carrot
    • 1 large gold potato (about 1.5 cups diced)
    • 2 cups broccoli florets
    • 15 oz. can diced tomatoes
    • 6 cups vegetable broth
    • 1/2 cup white quinoa* (uncooked)
    • 1/2 bunch kale (about 2 cups chopped)
    • 2 cups fresh spinach (about 2 oz.)
    • 1 tsp. dried basil (or other seasoning/herb)
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    Instructions

    • Dice onion.
    • In a large stockpot over medium-high heat, sauté onion for 7-8 minutes. (I use 3 Tbsp. veggie broth/water for no-oil sauté method, adding more as needed.)
    • Meanwhile, mince garlic. Dice carrot and potato. Cut broccoli into small florets.
    • When onion is translucent, add garlic, carrot, and dried basil. Sauté 1-2 minutes.
    • Add vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, potato, and broccoli. Increase heat, and bring to a light boil.
    • Once boiling, add quinoa (rinsed well and drained). Reduce heat to a light simmer and cover. Cook for about 20-25 minutes.
    • Meanwhile, roughly chop spinach. Chop/tear kale into bite-sized pieces, large stems removed.
    • In the last 5 minutes of cooking, stir in kale and spinach. Salt to taste.

    Notes

    *Thickness: I enjoy my soups thick + hearty. Decrease the quinoa to 1/3 cup for a thinner soup. (Or simply add more vegetable broth as desired.)
    Variations: Add celery, green beans, mushroom, zucchini, peas, corn, fresh herbs, etc.

    Nutrition Per Serving (Estimate)

    Nutrition Facts
    Quinoa Potato Soup with Super Greens
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    127
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    1
    g
    2
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    6
    %
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Potassium
     
    577
    mg
    16
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    26
    g
    9
    %
    Fiber
     
    4
    g
    17
    %
    Sugar
     
    6
    g
    7
    %
    Protein
     
    5
    g
    10
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    3887
    IU
    78
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    50
    mg
    61
    %
    Calcium
     
    77
    mg
    8
    %
    Iron
     
    2
    mg
    11
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    Sodium: This is omitted as I cannot provide an accurate number. I encourage you to calculate your own to provide a much more precise reading based on the exact ingredients, brands, and amounts you're using.

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    If you are enjoying this Quinoa Potato Soup recipe with spinach, kale and broccoli, also feel free to check out:

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    • Chickpea Noodle Soup
    • Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
    • Red Lentil and Sweet Potato Stew

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    1. alisonwonderland

      September 13, 2016 at 2:05 am

      This soup looks delish for fall time!

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      • Kaitlin | The Garden Grazer

        September 17, 2016 at 3:55 pm

        Thank you!

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