Nightshade Free Apple & Sage Zucchini Soup
This silky blended soup is proof that avoiding nightshades doesn't mean settling for boring bowls. Granny Smith apples bring a bright, tart sweetness that plays beautifully against earthy zucchini, while fresh sage and a whisper of Ceylon cinnamon give the whole thing a warmth that feels almost autumnal. Turmeric and ginger layer in gentle heat and depth without any reliance on peppers or tomatoes — the usual suspects that make so many soups off-limits. The apple cider vinegar stirred in at the end is the secret weapon, lifting every flavor and keeping the soup from tasting flat. Bone broth adds a savory backbone that makes this feel genuinely nourishing rather than like a compromise. A swirl of full-fat coconut milk at the end turns each bowl into something that looks as good as it tastes. It's the kind of recipe you'll want on rotation all season long.
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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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