Warm Kale and Parmesan Bone Broth Bowl
A comforting, savory soup featuring tender kale simmered in rich bone broth, finished with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of sharp Parmesan cheese. It makes a light, nutrient-dense evening meal that complements your wellness routine.
Prep
5 min
Cook
8 min
Total
13 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Sarah + Lila
Sarah created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
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Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
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Comfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
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More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Prep
5 min
Cook
8 min
Total
13 min
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Equipment
Saucepan
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Store leftover broth and kale in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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Instructions
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Next: Place a medium saucepan over medium heat…
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Place a medium saucepan over medium heat…
Place a medium saucepan over medium heat and add 0.5 tbsp olive oil.
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Add 1 peeled and minced garlic clove…
Add 1 peeled and minced garlic clove to the pan and cook for 1 minute until fragrant and lightly golden.
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Add 2 cups coarsely chopped kale to…
Add 2 cups coarsely chopped kale to the pan and stir for 2 minutes until wilted and bright green.
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Pour 2 cups chicken bone broth into…
Pour 2 cups chicken bone broth into the pan and bring the liquid to a gentle simmer over medium-high heat.
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Reduce the heat to low and let…
Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 5 minutes until the kale is completely tender.
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Ladle the hot soup into a serving…
Ladle the hot soup into a serving bowl.
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Top with 2 tbsp shredded parmesan cheese…
Top with 2 tbsp shredded parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
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