Immune Boosting Vegetable Soup
A nourishing and flavorful soup packed with vegetables and immune-boosting spices, perfect for a healthy boost.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 large carrots, chopped
- 2 parsnips chopped (or sweet potatoes)
- 3 stalks celery, finely chopped
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried turmeric
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt, plus more to taste
- ¾ cup red lentils
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups kale or spinach, finely chopped
- 1 small lemon, juiced
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot. Cook onion for 3 minutes, then add carrots, parsnips, and celery. Cook for 5 minutes.
- Stir in garlic, turmeric, and ginger. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add broth, water, lentils, and salt. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes.
- Remove from heat. Stir in greens and lemon juice. Cover and let greens steam for a few minutes.
Notes
This soup is a perfect way to boost your immune system with nutrient-rich ingredients.