Winter Warming Immune Booster Soup

This vibrant and delicious soup is brimming with immune-boosting ingredients, making it an ideal choice for nourishing and comforting winter meals.

Immune-Supporting Benefits:

Vegetables: Carrots, parsnips, and sweet potatoes are rich in vitamins A and C, which are essential for a healthy immune system.

Lentils: A good source of plant-based protein and fibre, which support overall health and well-being.

Garlic and ginger: Both have anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties.

Turmeric: Contains curcumin, a powerful antioxidant with anti-inflammatory effects.

Kale and spinach: Packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that support immune function.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 large onion, chopped

• 2 carrots, chopped

• 2 parsnips, chopped

• 2 celery stalks, chopped

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder

• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

• 4 cups vegetable broth

• 1 cup red lentils, rinsed

• 1 cup chopped sweet potato

• 1 cup chopped kale or spinach

• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley

• 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast (optional)

• Salt to taste

Directions

Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, parsnips, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until softened.

Add garlic, ginger, turmeric, thyme, and black pepper. Cook for another minute, stirring frequently.

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Stir in lentils and sweet potato. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until lentils are cooked and vegetables are tender.

Stir in kale or spinach and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes or until wilted.

Remove from heat and stir in parsley and nutritional yeast (if using). Season with salt to taste.