Nitrate & Nitrite Free Root Vegetable & Herb Soup
This deeply nourishing soup is built entirely from whole, unprocessed ingredients — sweet potato, parsnips, carrots, and leafy greens simmered in bone broth with ginger, turmeric, and fresh herbs. Every component is naturally free of cured meats, processed additives, and the preservatives that sneak into so many store-bought soups and broths. The coconut oil and aromatics create a fragrant, golden base that makes the whole kitchen smell incredible before the vegetables even hit the pot. A splash of apple cider vinegar stirred in at the end brightens everything up and adds a subtle complexity that keeps each spoonful interesting. The greens go in last so they stay vivid and tender rather than turning dull and overcooked. It's the kind of bowl that feels restorative without tasting like you're eating around restrictions — just honest, vegetable-forward comfort food done right.
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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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