MSG Free Apple & Sage Zucchini Soup
This silky blended soup is the kind of bowl that surprises you — sweet-tart Granny Smith apple and tender zucchini come together in a way that feels both unexpected and completely natural. Warm spices like turmeric and Ceylon cinnamon give it a gentle depth, while fresh sage adds an earthy, aromatic note that makes the whole thing feel a little special. A splash of apple cider vinegar at the end brightens everything up and keeps the flavors lively rather than flat. Every ingredient here is whole and straightforward, which means no hidden flavor enhancers, yeast extracts, or processed shortcuts that so often sneak into packaged soups and broths. The bone broth base keeps it rich and satisfying without leaning on anything artificial to get there. Finished with a swirl of coconut milk and a few fresh sage leaves, it's as pretty as it is comforting — the kind of recipe you'll want to make on a cool afternoon and eat straight from the bowl.
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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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