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Colcannon Soup Flavorful and Comforting Recipe

Colcannon Soup: A Flavorful and Comforting Recipe to Savor

Colcannon Soup is a flavorful and comforting recipe that perfectly warms you up during chilly nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 3 cups Potatoes Russet potatoes work best
  • 2 cups Green Cabbage
  • 1 cup Kale Can substitute with spinach or Swiss chard
  • 1 medium Leek Chopped, or use chopped onions if unavailable
  • 1 medium Onion Diced
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth Chicken broth can be used for a non-vegetarian option
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup Milk/Plant-Based Milk Optional full-fat or almond/oat milk
  • 2 tablespoons Butter/Vegan Substitute Can use olive oil for a lighter profile
Seasonings
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Optional but recommended
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Sliced

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

How to Make Colcannon Soup
  1. In a large pot, gently melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and sliced leek to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until soft.
  3. Toss in the diced potatoes and give them a quick stir for about 3 minutes.
  4. Pour in the vegetable broth, stirring well to combine. Bring to a boil.
  5. Lower heat and add chopped cabbage and kale. Let simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  6. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
  7. Gently stir in the milk and season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Heat for an additional 5 minutes.
  8. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Pair with crusty bread for an extra dose of comfort!

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