AIP Friendly Apple, Sage & Carrot Ginger Soup
Warm, velvety, and deeply nourishing, this blended soup brings together sweet carrots, tart Granny Smith apple, and a fragrant hit of fresh ginger in a way that feels both comforting and a little bit special. The full-fat coconut milk blended right into the pot gives it a silky, creamy texture without any dairy, and the bone broth adds a richness that makes each bowl genuinely satisfying. Fresh sage is the unexpected hero here — stirred in just before blending, it weaves an earthy, slightly floral note through the sweetness of the carrots and apple that you won't be able to stop thinking about. For anyone navigating the autoimmune protocol, finding a soup this flavorful without nightshades, grains, eggs, or legumes can feel like a small miracle — and every ingredient here clears that bar cleanly. A splash of apple cider vinegar at the end brightens everything up and keeps the flavors from feeling flat or one-dimensional. It comes together in well under an hour and serves four, making it a smart choice for a weeknight dinner or a batch you can reheat throughout the week. Finish each bowl with a drizzle of coconut cream and a few extra sage leaves and it looks as good as it tastes.
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4 servings
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, roughly chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, smashed
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
- 1 ½ lb carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 large granny smith apple, peeled, cored, and roughly chopped
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ceylon cinnamon
- 4 cups bone broth, homemade or aip-compliant brand
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp fresh sage leaves, thinly sliced, plus more for garnish
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp salt, or to taste
For serving
- fresh sage leaves, for garnish (optional)
- coconut cream, for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat the coconut oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until shimmering. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5–6 minutes.
- 2
Add the garlic and grated ginger and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
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