Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup chopped kale or spinach
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté the diced onion for 3–4 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in the carrots, celery, and zucchini. Cook for 3–5 minutes to slightly soften the vegetables.
- Add the turmeric, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir to coat the vegetables evenly.
- Pour in the broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the chopped kale or spinach and cook for a few minutes until wilted.
- Add the fresh lemon juice, adjust seasoning to taste, and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Add shredded chicken, white beans, or lentils for extra protein.
- Stir in cooked rice or small pasta to make it heartier.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for gentle heat.
- For a richer broth, stir in a splash of coconut milk at the end.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Add fresh greens after reheating for the best texture if freezing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1 1/2 cups)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg