If you were ever to have a love affair with a Soup -
this would be the one!
So, before I show you the Healthy Soup Recipe, I’d like to share a few reasons why this soup is so good for you.
Pretty much all of the ingredients are high on the Nutritional Index.
I’ve chosen the ones I feel have the most exceptional health benefits to talk about.
BONE BROTH:
Bone Broth is a highly nutritious liquid with compounds such as collagen, proline, glycine and glutamine, essential for protein synthesis, nutrient absorption, building and repairing muscles and supporting bone mineral density. In fact, glycine may have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects as well. Also essential for joint health is the glucosamine and chondroitin, which comes from the connective tissue surrounding the bones. Additionally, bone broth has many vitamins such as vitamin A, k2 omega 3s and 6s and several minerals and has been known to support immune and brain function. And finally - it’s good for your Gut!!! If you’re having gut issues, having bone broth daily can certainly help. Lots of Goooooood Stuff!!!!!
*For this recipe you can make your own bone broth before making the chunky soup or you can buy pre-made bone broth.
GINGER:
Ginger contains gingerol, which has many medicinal properties. Just to name a few, It is used for digestion, to reduce nausea and help fight the flu and common cold symptoms. Ginger also has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties and some believe it helps to reduce heart disease risk factors.
MUSHROOMS:
Mushrooms are quite nutritious and delicious. The can decrease the risk of cancer, help lower cholesterol, stimulate a healthier gut, support a healthy immune system and even help to protect brain health.
SCALLIONS and ONIONS:
Onions help in keeping the heart healthy, lower risk of diabetes, reduce inflammation and bad cholesterol and help in preventing cancer. They also contain quercetin, an anti-inflammatory antioxidant that limits the effects of inflammatory chemicals within the body.
OLIVE OIL:
Olive Oil is great for many things. It’s packed with polyphenols, which have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, cancer- fighting, neuro-protective and antimicrobial properties.
It’s also very good for cardiovascular health and supports healthy memory and brain function.
KALE:
Kale is a nutritional superstar due to the high amounts of vitamins A, K, B6 and C, calcium, potassium, copper and manganese it contains. It is also considered a cruciferous vegetable, which all have a variety of health benefits including helping to manage blood pressure, boosting digestive health and protecting against cancer and diabetes.
Of course, all of the ingredients combine together with the love you pour into making the soup,
to create an extremely healing and delicious eating experience.
Here are the ingredients in the order that you cook them.
The Base:
Bone Broth
Water
Better than Bouillon (This has the best flavor, but if you can’t find this, use regular bouillon)
The Veggies:
Ginger
Carrots
Celery
Scallions (or Onions)
Mushrooms
Cilantro
Kale
Rice - make separately
Dress with:
Avocado
Olive Oil
Lemon
Sea Salt
Directions:
Thinly chop all veggies, except Kale
Cook Ginger, Carrots, Celery in bone broth water and bouillon for 10 min on medium low … covered.
Add Scallions (or Onions) and Mushrooms and continue cooking 10 min … covered
SImmer (lowest heat) for another 45 min - hour … covered.
Turn off Heat … add Kale … cover and let sit another 5 min or so
Serve:
Scoop a bed of rice in bowl or cup
Add a hard boiled egg (optional)
Add Soup
Dress with Avocado, Olive Oil, Lemon and Sea Salt
Let me know how you like this healthy soup recipe in the comments below.
I have made this soup for lots of different family and friends. Every single person has loved the flavor and commented about it healing something in their body, from arthritis to IBS, to inflammation, to body aches and pains, to helping people lose weight. I'm not making any specific claims, I'm just saying these are the reactions. Try it for yourself and share with a comment about how it helps you,😋 if it does.