Candida Diet Friendly Herbed Vegetable Soup

Total time50 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time35 min

4.7

(15)

Candida Diet Friendly Herbed Vegetable Soup

This deeply satisfying pot of vegetables is exactly the kind of meal that feels nourishing from the first spoonful — colorful, fragrant, and built entirely from whole, clean ingredients. Carrots, zucchini, green beans, celery, and spinach all simmer together in a savory chicken broth seasoned with thyme, oregano, and a touch of turmeric, creating layers of flavor without relying on anything processed or sugar-laden. Managing a candida-conscious diet often means scanning labels obsessively and second-guessing packaged soups that sneak in starches, sweeteners, or fermented additives — this one sidesteps all of that entirely. The apple cider vinegar stirred in at the end adds a bright, clean finish that lifts the whole bowl without overwhelming it. A splash of olive oil, four cloves of garlic, and a generous pinch of salt and pepper round out the seasoning in the most straightforward way possible. Fresh parsley on top is optional but adds a pop of color and a herby note that makes it feel a little more special. Serves four, and it reheats beautifully for easy lunches throughout the week.

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Ingredients

4 servings

2 tbsp olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 stalks celery, sliced ¼-inch thick
3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced ¼-inch thick
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium zucchini, cut into ½-inch half-moons
2 cups green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, no salt added
4 cups chicken broth
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp ground turmeric
salt and pepper, to taste
2 cups baby spinach, loosely packed
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

For serving

2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until shimmering. Add the onion and celery and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
2
Add the carrots and garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until the garlic is fragrant and the carrots begin to soften slightly, about 2 minutes. Watch the garlic closely so it does not brown.

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