Healing Vegetable Soup: Your Ultimate Bowl of Comfort & Nourishment

Ingredients (Serves 6-8)

The Aromatic Base (The Flavor Foundation):

• 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil

• 1 large yellow onion, diced

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated

• 1 tsp turmeric powder

The Vegetable Rainbow:

• 3 large carrots, peeled and sliced into rounds

• 3 celery stalks, diced

• 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed

• 1 zucchini, diced

• 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces

• 4 cups leafy greens (spinach, kale, or chard), roughly chopped

The Liquid & Seasoning:

• 8 cups (2 quarts) vegetable broth, low-sodium

• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, with their juices

• 2 bay leaves

• 1 tsp dried thyme (or 3-4 fresh sprigs)

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (added at the end)

Optional Boosters & Garnishes:

• 1 (15 oz) can cannellini beans or chickpeas, rinsed (for protein)

• ¼ cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped

• Red pepper flakes for a touch of heat

Step-by-Step Method

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