Description
Warm up this winter with our Immune Boosting Soup Recipe, a comforting and nutritious dish designed to nourish your body and soothe your soul. Packed with an array of vibrant vegetables, protein-rich lentils, and aromatic spices like turmeric and ginger, this soup not only warms you up but also supports your immune system. Ideal for cozy nights in or as a hearty meal shared with loved ones, it’s a delicious way to stay healthy during the colder months.
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp extra virgin 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 (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
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Stir in carrots, parsnips (or sweet potatoes), and celery; cook for another 5 minutes.
- Add garlic, turmeric, and ginger; sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in vegetable broth and water; add red lentils and salt. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low.
- Simmer covered for about 15 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Stir in kale (or spinach), parsley, and lemon juice. Let steam briefly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg