Anti Inflammatory Ginger-Garlic Greens Soup
This soup is the kind of bowl that genuinely makes you feel better from the inside out. It layers fresh ginger, minced garlic, and ground turmeric into a coconut oil base before anything else hits the pot — and that intentional blooming of spices is exactly what gives the broth its deep, golden warmth. Bone broth forms the backbone, carrying lacinato kale, baby bok choy, spinach, carrots, and celery through a gentle simmer until everything is tender and vibrant. A splash of apple cider vinegar and a hit of coconut aminos at the finish add brightness and a subtle savory depth without any soy or refined ingredients that might work against your goals. Every component here — from the leafy greens to the aromatic roots — is doing real work, not just filling the bowl. Finished with scallions, fresh herbs, and a squeeze of lemon, it's the kind of recipe that looks and tastes like you spent all day on it, even though the process is completely straightforward. Whether you're eating this way full-time or just trying to crowd out some of the less nourishing stuff, this soup is an easy, craveable place to start.
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4 servings
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- 6 cups bone broth
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into thin rounds
- 2 stalks celery, thinly sliced
- 1 small bunch lacinato kale (about 4 oz), stems removed, leaves roughly chopped
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 2 heads baby bok choy, halved lengthwise and sliced crosswise into 1-inch pieces
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
For serving
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1–2 tbsp fresh cilantro or parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
- lemon wedges, for squeezing (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 and fresh ginger and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute — watch closely so the garlic does not brown.
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