Green Goddess Soup
Raechel Koob • March 6, 2025
Green Goddess Soup
Ingredients
1 bunch kale
3 carrots
1 onion
1 zucchini
3 stalks celery
1 head broccoli
1/2 pound asparagus, optional
1/8 head cabbage, optional
1 teaspoon minced garlic
8 cups chicken broth
9 ounces spinach
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, plus more to taste
How To Prepare
1.Roughly chop kale. Peel and chop carrots and onion. Chop zucchini, celery, broccoli, asparagus, and cabbage.
2.Add all ingredients to a large soup pot and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer over medium-low heat for 30 minutes or until all vegetables are soft.
3.Puree soup with an immersion blender or in a blender or food processor until frothy and smooth. Sprinkle with additional pepper, to taste, and serve.
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