IMMUNE-BOOSTING BROCCOLI SOUP
INGREDIENTS
1 tablespoon organic, virgin olive oil
1-2 chopped onions
4 stalks chopped celery
2 to 4 minced garlic cloves
3-4 sprigs of fresh thyme and parsley
1 tbsp of diced or grated ginger
1 full head of broccoli, chopped
1-3 decent-sized white yams or sweet potatoes, potatoes or parsnips, (or a mix of all) peeled and diced
1 box low sodium vegetable stock or fresh, homemade veggie stock
Pinch or two of Maldon Sea Salt or Himalayan Salt to taste
1-2 cups organic spinach leaves
2 tbsp chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley, tarragon, sage, or mint for garnish
METHOD
Saute chopped onions and celery until lightly caramelized (3-5 minutes)
Add in garlic cloves + fresh thyme, and parsley & cook for another 1-2 minutes
Add in chopped broccoli, yams, potatoes or parsnips + 1 box of low sodium veggie broth or 4 cups of homemade broth
Bring to a boil & then simmer for 12-15 minutes or until tender
Add salt, let cool just slightly, then add to a high-speed blender & blend until fully combined
Garnish with fresh herbs & enjoy!
Optional add-ins: 1tbsp of freshly grated ginger, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, additional herbs of choice, microgreens or sprouts, nutritional yeast, a drizzle of olive oil or cashew creme, sea salt & pepper