Eggless Root Vegetable & Herb Soup

Total time50 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time35 min

4.8

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This is the kind of soup that makes you feel genuinely taken care of — deeply savory, loaded with tender root vegetables, and brightened with fresh herbs and a splash of apple cider vinegar that ties everything together. Carrots, parsnips, and sweet potato simmer in rich bone broth until they're melt-in-your-mouth soft, while ginger and turmeric give the whole pot a warm, golden depth that smells incredible from the moment they hit the pan. Leafy greens go in right at the end so they stay vibrant and just barely wilted, adding color and a little extra nutrition without turning mushy. Soups like this can sometimes sneak in egg-based thickeners or noodles, but this one gets its body entirely from the vegetables and broth — no workarounds needed. Coconut oil, fresh aromatics, and a squeeze of lemon at the finish keep every element clean and intentional. It's the kind of recipe that works just as well for a quiet weeknight dinner as it does for meal-prepping a few days of satisfying lunches.

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Ingredients

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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