Rainbow Vegetable Detox Soup (Printer-friendly)

Vibrant, nourishing soup with colorful vegetables for light cleansing

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium beetroot, peeled and diced
02 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
03 - 1 medium zucchini, diced
04 - 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
05 - 1 green bell pepper, diced
06 - 1 small red onion, finely chopped
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 handful baby spinach, optional

→ Liquids

09 - 5 cups vegetable broth
10 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
11 - Juice of 1/2 lemon

→ Seasonings

12 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
13 - 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
14 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
15 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
16 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or coriander, chopped

# How-To Steps:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
02 - Add diced beetroot, carrots, and green pepper. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
03 - Stir in zucchini and tomatoes. Sprinkle in cumin, turmeric, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes.
04 - Pour in vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes until all vegetables are tender.
05 - Stir in spinach if using and simmer for 2 minutes until wilted.
06 - Remove from heat. Add lemon juice and adjust seasoning as needed.
07 - Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or coriander.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Every spoonful feels like youre doing something good for your body without sacrificing flavor or satisfaction
  • The colors alone make you feel healthier before you even take a bite
  • It reheats beautifully for meal prep lunches that actually make you excited to eat
02 -
  • The beetroot will stain everything including your hands, so consider wearing gloves or cutting it last
  • Adding the lemon juice at the end is crucial as it preserves the bright colors and prevents the vegetables from looking dull
  • Letting the soup sit for 10 minutes before serving actually improves the flavor as the spices meld together
03 -
  • Make a double batch and freeze individual portions for those days when you need a quick healthy meal
  • The flavors actually develop overnight, so this tastes even better the next day
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