Lemon Ginger Immunity Soup (Printable Version)
A vibrant fusion of lemon, ginger, and fresh vegetables offers immune support and satisfying comfort.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 medium onion, diced
02 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
03 - 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
04 - 2 medium carrots, sliced
05 - 2 celery stalks, sliced
06 - 1 medium zucchini, diced
07 - 3 cups baby spinach
→ Broth & Seasonings
08 - 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
09 - 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
10 - 1 teaspoon sea salt, or more to taste
11 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
12 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
→ Citrus & Herbs
13 - Juice and zest of 2 lemons
14 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
15 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped, optional
→ Finishing Touch
16 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
# Steps to Follow:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 3 minutes until translucent.
02 - Add minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant while stirring continuously.
03 - Incorporate sliced carrots and celery, then cook for 4 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
04 - Pour in vegetable broth, add ground turmeric, sea salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
05 - Add diced zucchini, reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered for 12 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
06 - Add baby spinach leaves and stir until wilted, about 2 minutes.
07 - Remove pot from heat. Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, chopped parsley, and dill if using. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
08 - Ladle hot soup into bowls. Garnish with additional fresh herbs and a lemon wedge, if desired. Serve immediately.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Uses easy to find vegetables and pantry staples
- Naturally vegan and gluten free for everyone at the table
- Ready in only forty minutes but tastes like it simmered all day
- Bright lemon and zippy ginger wake up your tastebuds and add a soothing touch
02 -
- Naturally vegan and gluten free
- Packed with vitamins C and A for immune support
- Makes excellent leftovers and reheats without losing flavor
03 -
- Grate the ginger super fine for the most even heat and flavor
- Always zest the lemon before cutting and juicing to get the most out of your citrus
- Let the soup rest covered for five minutes before serving to let the flavors fully meld together