AIP Friendly Apple & Sage Broccoli Soup
This velvety green soup is the kind of bowl that feels genuinely restorative — earthy broccoli, a bright hit of Granny Smith apple, and warming aromatics like ginger, turmeric, and fresh sage all simmered together in bone broth and blended until silky smooth. The tart apple is the secret weapon here, cutting through the richness of full-fat coconut milk and giving the whole thing a subtle sweetness that makes it taste far more complex than the ingredient list suggests. Following an autoimmune protocol means navigating a long list of off-limits ingredients, and creamy soups are often the first casualty — but this one leans entirely on whole, compliant foods without sacrificing any of the comfort. Coconut oil and coconut milk stand in beautifully for dairy, and the bone broth adds a depth that store-bought vegetable broth simply can't match. A splash of apple cider vinegar stirred in at the end brightens everything and keeps the flavors from feeling flat. It comes together in one pot and serves four, making it a practical choice for a weeknight dinner or a batch-cook lunch you'll actually look forward to. Finish each bowl with a swirl of coconut milk and a few fresh sage leaves for a presentation that looks like you tried much harder than you did.
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4 servings
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 large leek, white and light-green parts only, thinly sliced and rinsed
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- 1 large granny smith apple, peeled, cored, and roughly chopped
- 1 lb broccoli florets (about 5 cups), roughly chopped
- 3 cups bone broth
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp fresh sage leaves, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp salt, or to taste
For serving
- fresh sage leaves, for serving (optional)
- drizzle of coconut milk, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Melt the coconut oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until shimmering. Add the leek and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5–6 minutes.
- 2
Add the garlic, ginger, and turmeric and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Watch closely so the garlic does not brown.
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