12/03/2025
🥕 Winter Vegetable & Quinoa Soup
Warm, hearty, and full of immune-boosting ingredients - perfect for chilly December days!
🥣 Ingredients:
-1 tbsp olive oil
-1 small onion, diced
-2 cloves garlic, minced
-2 carrots, sliced
-2 celery stalks, sliced
-1 cup butternut squash, cubed
-1 cup chopped kale or spinach
-¾ cup quinoa, rinsed
-6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
-1 tsp dried thyme
-½ tsp turmeric
-Salt and pepper to taste
-Optional: a squeeze of lemon juice before serving 🍋
👩🍳 Directions:
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add onion and garlic; sauté until fragrant.
Stir in carrots, celery, and squash; cook for 5 minutes.
Add quinoa, broth, and spices. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until quinoa and vegetables are tender.
Stir in kale and cook another 5 minutes.
Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Serve warm!
💚 Health Benefits:
Quinoa adds plant-based protein and fiber.
Turmeric supports immunity and reduces inflammation.
Kale and squash provide vitamins A and C for seasonal wellness.
