Home » Food » By Type of Dish » Soups & Stews » Caldo Verde (Portuguese Green Soup) Caldo Verde (Portuguese Green Soup) February 10, 2023 by Kimberly Killebrew · No CommentsAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.See my disclosure policy.The popular centuries-old soup from Portugal, Caldo Verde features flavorful Portuguese sausage, cabbage, potatoes, and broth to create a simple but soul-satisfying soup that is served all over Portugal and in many areas around the world! A simple and deliciously flavorful soup hailing from Portugal!  We were first introduced to this soup on our visit to Lisbon and it remains a favorite way to use loads of healthy collard greens from our garden.

What is Caldo Verde? Caldo Verde, which means “green broth”, is a simple Portuguese soup with regional variations but it most traditionally consists of broth, a shredded Portuguese cabbage similar to collard greens, potatoes, onions, garlic, and olive oil and is served with slices of linguiça or chouriço.  It is a popular dish to serve at weddings and celebrations.Caldo Verde is a centuries-old soup that originated in the Minho region of northern Portugal and has since spread to Portuguese-settled communities throughout the world.  It is prized as a favorite national dish in Portugal and you can find packages of pre-shredded collards in grocery stores specifically for the preparation  of this beloved soup.  It is eaten in practically every household, is present

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