Walnut Free Healing Cabbage Soup
This deeply nourishing soup earns its name with a lineup of ingredients that genuinely deliver ā ground turkey for lean protein, sweet potato and carrots for natural sweetness, and a generous head of green cabbage that practically melts into the broth as it simmers. The spice blend of turmeric, ginger, thyme, and oregano gives every spoonful a warm, aromatic depth that makes this feel far more complex than the simple steps involved. Bone broth forms the rich, collagen-packed base, and a splash of apple cider vinegar stirred in at the end brightens the whole pot beautifully. Every single ingredient here is straightforward and easy to source, with zero concern about hidden nut additions that can sneak into spice blends or packaged broths ā just make sure to grab certified-clean versions of those pantry staples. The technique is approachable too: brown the turkey, build the aromatics, add everything else, and let it bubble away until the vegetables are completely tender. It's the kind of one-pot meal that tastes even better the next day, making it ideal for batch cooking and weekday lunches. Finish with a handful of fresh parsley for a pop of color and a little herby lift.
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6 servings
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into rounds
- 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cut into Ā¾-inch cubes
- Ā½ medium head green cabbage, cored and roughly chopped (about 5 cups)
- 6 cups bone broth
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp salt, plus more to taste
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat the coconut oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until no pink remains and the meat is cooked through to 165Ā°F (74Ā°C), about 6ā8 minutes. Transfer the cooked turkey to a plate and set aside.
- 2
Reduce the heat to medium. Add the onion to the same pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 4ā5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
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