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Immune Boosting Soup Recipe

Immune Boosting Soup

Warm up on chilly days with this delightful Immune Boosting Soup Recipe. Packed with a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables, nutrient-rich lentils, and aromatic spices like turmeric and ginger, this soup is designed to nourish your body and soothe your soul. Whether you’re under the weather or simply craving comfort food, this hearty bowl of goodness will become a go-to in your kitchen. With a preparation time of just 10 minutes and cooking time of 25 minutes, you can enjoy a wholesome meal in under an hour. Perfect for meal prep, it’s both filling and versatile—ideal for lunch or dinner throughout the week.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp 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 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 tsp dried turmeric
  • 3/4 cup red lentils
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt, more to taste
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cups kale or spinach, finely chopped
  • 1 small lemon, juiced

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent.
  2. Stir in chopped carrots, parsnips (or sweet potatoes), and celery; sauté for 5 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic, turmeric, and ginger; cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in vegetable broth and water; add red lentils, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat; stir in chopped greens and lemon juice. Cover to let greens steam for a few minutes before serving.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: Comfort

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Feel free to swap kale for spinach or add other seasonal vegetables like zucchini. For added spice, include red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper during cooking.

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