Paraben Free Ginger-Garlic Greens Soup

Total time45 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time30 min

5.0

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This deeply nourishing soup is built on a foundation of bold aromatics — fresh ginger, minced garlic, and warm turmeric — that bloom in coconut oil before the broth even hits the pot. The result is a vibrant, golden bowl loaded with lacinato kale, baby bok choy, spinach, carrots, and celery, all simmered until perfectly tender. Coconut aminos and a splash of apple cider vinegar add a subtle savory brightness that makes every spoonful feel intentional and layered. Every ingredient here is a whole, recognizable food — no synthetic preservatives, no hidden additives, no processed shortcuts that can make label-reading such an exhausting chore. For anyone keeping a close eye on what goes into their body, cooking from scratch like this is the most reliable way to stay in control. A squeeze of lemon and a handful of fresh herbs at the end bring the whole thing to life, making it feel as fresh as it is wholesome. It's the kind of soup you'll want to keep on rotation all season long.

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Ingredients

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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