Description
Warm up with this Healthy Detox Soup, a delicious blend of fresh vegetables and herbs that soothes the soul while nourishing the body. Perfect for chilly days or as a refreshing post-holiday pick-me-up, each bowl is a vibrant explosion of flavors and essential nutrients. Whip it up in no time for a wholesome meal that will leave you feeling revitalized and satisfied.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 4 cups fresh spinach (or 2 cups frozen)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional spices: thyme or cumin
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until onions are translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Stir in diced carrots and celery; cook for another 5 minutes until softened.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- After simmering for about 10 minutes, add the spinach (fresh or frozen) and cook until wilted (if fresh) or heated through (if frozen).
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional spices to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Customize your soup by adding other vegetables like kale or bell peppers. For extra protein, consider adding cooked beans or shredded chicken. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.