Xanthan Gum Free Healing Cabbage Soup
This deeply nourishing soup is the kind of bowl that makes you feel better just looking at it. Ground turkey, sweet potato, carrots, and a generous heap of green cabbage all simmer together in bone broth until everything is tender and the flavors have melded into something truly comforting. Turmeric, ginger, thyme, and oregano give it a warm, aromatic backbone, while a splash of apple cider vinegar at the end brightens the whole pot. For anyone navigating thickener sensitivities, this recipe is naturally worry-free ā the broth stays clean and light because it relies entirely on whole vegetables and quality bone broth for its body, with zero additives or stabilizers needed. Coconut oil and fresh garlic build a savory base that makes the kitchen smell incredible from the very first step. A handful of fresh parsley on top adds a pop of color and a little herby lift right before serving. It's the kind of recipe you'll want to keep on rotation all season long.
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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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