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Vegetable Soup for Colds

Healing Vegetable Soup for Colds That Boosts Your Immunity

This vegetable soup for colds is a comforting, healing dish that helps boost your immunity with vibrant flavors and nourishing ingredients.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil substitute with avocado oil for a different flavor
  • 1 medium onion use shallots for a milder taste
  • 3 cloves garlic garlic powder can substitute if fresh isn't available
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger root ground ginger may be used in a pinch
For the Soup
  • 2 medium potatoes substitute with sweet potatoes for added sweetness
  • 1 cup cauliflower can replace with additional potatoes
  • 1 medium zucchini substitute with yellow squash
  • 2 medium carrots replace with parsnips for a different flavor
  • 1 stalk celery omit if not available
Seasonings and Acidity
  • salt for seasoning; adjust to taste
  • pepper for seasoning; adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar as a substitute
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper adjust for spice preference or omit
Broth and Optional Topping
  • 4 cups vegetable broth can use chicken broth for a non-vegetarian option
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt optional topping for creaminess

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • immersive blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat until shimmering, about 1–2 minutes. Add 1 chopped onion, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon of grated fresh ginger, and 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent, approximately 5 minutes.
  2. Add 2 diced potatoes, 1 cup of chopped cauliflower, 1 diced zucchini, 2 chopped carrots, and 1 chopped stalk of celery. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well and allow the vegetables to sauté for another 5–7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the juice of 1 lemon, then pour in 4 cups of vegetable broth and add a pinch of cayenne pepper. Bring the soup to a boil.
  4. Reduce the heat to a low simmer and cover the pot. Cook for 10–15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  5. Carefully transfer the soup to an immersion blender to puree until smooth, or use a traditional blender in batches. Return the blended soup back to the pot to heat through for a few minutes.
  6. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
  7. Ladle the creamy soup into bowls and top with Greek yogurt if desired. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This healing vegetable soup for colds is packed with goodness, ensuring both flavor and nutrition in every bowl.

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