Description
Warm up with this Immune Boosting Soup Recipe that combines vibrant vegetables, aromatic spices, and hearty lentils into a comforting bowl of goodness. Ideal for chilly days or when you’re feeling under the weather, this nutritious soup is brimming with vitamins and minerals to support your immune system. The delightful blend of turmeric and ginger provides not only warmth but also a myriad of health benefits. Whether for a cozy family dinner or meal prep for the week ahead, this vegan-friendly recipe is simply irresistible!
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 large carrots, chopped
- 2 parsnips (or sweet potatoes), chopped
- 3 stalks celery, finely chopped
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1 tsp dried turmeric
- 1/2 tsp sea salt (more to taste)
- 3/4 cup red lentils
- 2 cups kale or spinach, finely chopped
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups water
- Juice of 1 small lemon
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onion until translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Add chopped carrots, parsnips (or sweet potatoes), and celery. Sauté for another 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and dried turmeric; sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in vegetable broth and water along with red lentils and sea salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer covered for about 15 minutes.
- Stir in chopped kale (or spinach), fresh parsley, and lemon juice. Cover again to let the greens steam before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing/Simmering
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg