Description
This Wild Mushroom Caramelized Onion and Kale Soup is rich, cozy, and full of deep savory flavor. Sweet caramelized onions, earthy mushrooms, and tender kale simmer together in a creamy coconut broth for a comforting, nourishing soup that’s perfect for busy weeknights or slow weekends.
Ingredients
For the soup base:
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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1 large sweet onion, sliced ½-inch thick
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4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
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1 teaspoon sea salt or pink salt
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½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
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2 cups whole shiitake mushrooms
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2 cups baby bella or cremini mushrooms, sliced
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4 cups organic chicken broth or vegetable broth (gluten-free)
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2 cups loosely chopped kale leaves
For finishing:
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½ cup coconut milk or coconut cream
Instructions
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Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and sauté, stirring occasionally, until deeply golden and caramelized, about 10–15 minutes.
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Stir in the garlic, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
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Add the shiitake and cremini mushrooms. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly golden.
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Pour in the broth and stir well. Bring to a gentle boil, then add the chopped kale.
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Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until the kale is tender and flavors are well combined.
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Stir in the coconut milk or coconut cream. Heat through for 1–2 minutes, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm.
Notes
Coconut cream creates a richer, creamier soup, while coconut milk keeps it lighter.
Let the onions caramelize fully—this is where the depth of flavor really shines.
For a thicker texture, blend 1–2 cups of the soup and stir it back in.
Leftovers taste even better the next day as the flavors continue to develop.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 260 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg