Macadamia Free Root Vegetable & Herb Soup
This hearty, golden soup is the kind of bowl that makes you feel genuinely taken care of — warming from the inside out with ginger, turmeric, and a deeply savory bone broth base. Carrots, parsnips, and sweet potato simmer until perfectly tender, giving every spoonful a naturally sweet, earthy richness that feels both nourishing and satisfying. A handful of leafy greens stirred in at the end keeps things bright and fresh, while parsley and thyme round out the flavor with a clean herbal lift. The splash of apple cider vinegar at the finish is a small but smart move — it balances the sweetness of the root vegetables and makes the whole pot taste more alive. Tree nut allergies can make creamy or garnished soups a real minefield, but this recipe relies entirely on wholesome vegetables, herbs, and broth with zero nuts in sight. It's a straightforward, one-pot build that rewards patience with a deeply layered result, and a squeeze of lemon right before serving makes it feel almost restaurant-worthy.
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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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