Creamy Colcannon Soup: A Cozy Taste of Ireland

Creamy Colcannon Soup: A Cozy Taste of Ireland

This comforting Creamy Colcannon Soup blends potatoes, cabbage, and kale for a heartwarming Irish classic, suitable for various diets.

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Prep Time 40

Cook Time 25

Total Time 1 5

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Casserole

Cuisine: Irish

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

4 cups Potatoes Diced, preferably Russets
2 cups Green Cabbage Chopped
2 cups Kale Chopped, stems removed

For the Aromatics

1 medium Leek Sliced
1 medium Onion Diced

For the Liquid

4 cups Vegetable Broth Low-sodium recommended
1 cup Milk Or plant-based milk

For the Seasoning

2 tablespoons Butter Or vegan substitute
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper
1 teaspoon Nutmeg Or cinnamon as an alternative

For Garnishing

3 tablespoons Green Onions Sliced

Equipment

Large pot
Immersion blender

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and sliced leek, sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
Stir in diced potatoes and mix with onions and leeks for 3 minutes, until edges soften.
Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
Add chopped green cabbage and kale, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender.
Stir in milk and season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Heat gently for another 5 minutes.
Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with green onions. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh, seasonal vegetables and adjust salt levels based on broth used.

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