Brazil Nut Free Apple & Sage Zucchini Soup
This silky blended soup is one of those recipes that sounds unexpected but absolutely delivers — the natural sweetness of Granny Smith apples plays beautifully against earthy zucchini, while fresh sage and a touch of Ceylon cinnamon give every spoonful a warmth that feels almost autumnal. Coconut oil and bone broth form the backbone of the dish, keeping it rich and satisfying without any dairy in the base. A splash of apple cider vinegar stirred in at the end brightens the whole pot and keeps the flavors from feeling heavy. For anyone navigating tree nut allergies, soups can be a minefield — creamy-looking bowls often hide cashew cream or almond milk — but here the lush texture comes entirely from blending the vegetables and fruit themselves, with an optional drizzle of coconut milk if you want something extra velvety. The ingredient list is refreshingly straightforward, so you can shop with confidence and skip the label-reading anxiety. Finished with a scatter of fresh sage leaves, it's the kind of bowl that looks like it came from a restaurant but comes together in a single pot on your stovetop.
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4 servings
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ceylon cinnamon
- 2 medium zucchini (about 1 lb total), roughly chopped
- 2 medium granny smith apples, peeled, cored, and roughly chopped
- 3 cups bone broth
- ½ tsp salt, plus more to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh sage leaves, thinly sliced, plus more for garnish
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
For serving
- ¼ cup full-fat coconut milk, for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Melt 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, ginger, turmeric, and Ceylon cinnamon and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Watch closely so the garlic does not brown.
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