Description
A nourishing Detox Soup filled with vibrant vegetables, garlic, and ginger, perfect for cleansing and comforting the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cups leafy greens (kale or spinach)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, minced
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- Fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, or cilantro)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice or vinegar
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Dice your veggies into bite-sized pieces and mince your garlic and ginger.
- Sauté the aromatics: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and ginger, allowing them to sizzle for about 1 minute.
- Add vegetables: Toss in carrots and celery first, stirring frequently for about 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Pour in the broth: Add enough broth to cover the vegetables and bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer.
- Incorporate greens and seasonings: After 15 minutes, add leafy greens and any other veggies. Season with salt, pepper, and herbs to taste, and simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes.
- Finish with acidity: Just before serving, add lemon juice or vinegar to brighten flavors.
- Serve hot: Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs.
Notes
This soup is highly adaptable; feel free to substitute ingredients based on what you have on hand.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: detox, soup, healthy, vegan, winter recipe, cleanse