Crockpot Kale and Quinoa Soup
This hearty Crockpot Kale and Quinoa Soup is a nutritious and flavorful one-pot meal, perfect for busy weeknights. Packed with protein-rich quinoa, tender kale, and savory Andouille sausage, this comforting soup is easy to make and bursting with wholesome ingredients. Ideal for meal prep or a healthy family dinner!
Crockpot Kale and Quinoa Soup Recipe
Ingredients:
1 lb Andouille sausage
1 medium onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 cup quinoa, rinsed
4 cups fresh kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
6 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option)
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, with juices
1 cup milk (whole, 2%, or a dairy-free alternative, like almond or oat milk)
2 tbsp all-purpose flour or cornstarch (for thickening)
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 tbsp olive oil
Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it into small pieces, until browned. Transfer the cooked sausage to the crockpot.
Add diced onion, minced garlic, rinsed quinoa, chicken broth, diced tomatoes, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes to the crockpot. Stir to combine.
Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or on high for 2–3 hours, until the quinoa is tender and fully cooked.
In a small bowl, whisk together the milk and flour (or cornstarch) until smooth. About 30 minutes before serving, stir this mixture into the soup along with the chopped kale. Allow the kale to soften and the soup to heat through.
Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Serve warm with buttermilk biscuits or crackers for a cozy meal.
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Regina is a writer, homeschooling mom, and owner of a soul food catering business. She is the host of the Pray to Play podcast, where she shares practical tips and heartfelt advice for parents navigating the busy world of athletics. A contributor to several publications, including Tracie Miles' Living Unbroken book study, she is also an advocate for young adults with developmental disabilities and serves on the Compel Pro volunteer leadership team. Living in Ohio with her family, she designs Squarespace websites for fellow creatives and spends her free time cheering her sons from the sidelines or sipping tea while chatting with women about God’s goodness.
