Just Greens Soup Recipe

Name: Just Greens Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 ½ cups chopped leeks (white and light green parts only); 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 5 cups chicken stock (homemade is preferred); 4 cups coarsely chopped savoy cabbage; 4 ounces snow peas, ends trimmed, cut into 1/2-inch pieces on the diagonal; 1 bunch green onion, including 2 inches of green tops, cut on the diagonal into 1/2 inch thick slices; kosher salt; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Servings: persons

1
In a heavy soup pot set over medium heat, saute bacon pieces until golden and crisp; using slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towels to drain; remove and discard drippings in pan.
2
Return pan to medium heat; add in olive oil.
3
When hot, add in the leeks; stir/saute until softened, about 3 minutes.
4
Add in garlic and stir/saute for 1 minute.
5
Add in stock and bring mixture to a simmer; add in cabbage, snow peas, and green onions; cook until cabbage has wilted and snow peas and green onions are crisp-tender, for about 3 minutes.
6
Taste soup; season with salt as needed.
7
To serve: ladle soup into 4 bowls and garnish each serving with bacon and parsley; serve immediately.

765

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

106

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 ½ cups chopped leeks (white and light green parts only), 1 tablespoon minced garlic, and more.

Yes, Just Greens Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Just Greens Soup

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