Caldo Verde (Keto Modificado)
Keto Collard Green Soup with Chouriço and Celeriac
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely essential to replace the traditional potatoes with celeriac (celery root) or cauliflower to achieve a keto-friendly thickness. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A hearty, warming Portuguese soup, reinvented. Thinly sliced collard greens are simmered with smoky chouriço sausage, garlic, and onions, with puréed celeriac (celery root) replacing the traditional potato for a creamy texture. Made with a rich broth and a drizzle of olive oil.
Key ingredients
Collard greens, chouriço sausage, onion, garlic, olive oil, chicken or beef broth, celeriac (celery root) or cauliflower.
How to make it keto
Absolutely essential to replace the traditional potatoes with celeriac (celery root) or cauliflower to achieve a keto-friendly thickness.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Caldo Verde, por favor. Pode ser preparado com aipo-rábano ou couve-flor em vez de batata para engrossar?
I'd like the Caldo Verde, please. Can I have it made with celeriac or cauliflower instead of potatoes for thickness?
Watch out for
Onions, garlic, celeriac/cauliflower, and potential hidden starches in store-bought broth.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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