Artificial Food Coloring Free Root Vegetable & Herb Soup
That golden color in the bowl? It comes entirely from turmeric, sweet potato, and carrots — not a drop of dye in sight. This hearty, nourishing soup is built on a base of coconut oil-sautéed onion, garlic, and fresh ginger, which gives it a warmth and depth that feels almost medicinal in the best possible way. Root vegetables like parsnips and carrots simmer low and slow in bone broth until they're completely fork-tender, soaking up every bit of that fragrant, spiced liquid. A handful of leafy greens stirred in at the end adds color and freshness without any artificial help whatsoever. The apple cider vinegar finish is a small but brilliant touch — it brightens the whole pot and balances the natural sweetness of the sweet potato. For anyone navigating labels and ingredient lists at the grocery store, this is the kind of recipe that makes the whole process feel effortless, because every single ingredient is exactly what it says it is. A squeeze of lemon over the top before serving ties it all together beautifully.
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4 servings
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and grated
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 2 medium parsnips, peeled and sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cut into ¾-inch cubes
- 2 stalks celery, sliced
- 6 cups bone broth
- 1 tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- 2 cups baby spinach or chopped kale, packed
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, roughly chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (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 minutes.
- 2
Add the garlic, ginger, and turmeric and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Watch closely so the garlic does not brown.
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