🥣 Healing Turmeric Vegetable Soup

with Cauliflower, Carrots & Celery

 Time

• Prep: 10 minutes
• Cook: 25 minutes
• Total: ~35 minutes

 Serves

4

 Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
• 2 large carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 cups cauliflower florets
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• ½ teaspoon ground cumin
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 cup water
• Juice of ½ lemon

 Instructions

1. Sauté aromatics
   Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
   Add onion and cook 4–5 minutes until soft and translucent.
2. Build flavor
   Add garlic, celery, and carrots. Sauté 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
3. Spice it up
   Stir in turmeric, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook 30 seconds to bloom spices.
4. Simmer
   Add cauliflower, vegetable broth, and water.
   Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer 15–18 minutes until vegetables are tender.
5. Finish fresh
   Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning.
6. Serve
   Enjoy warm as-is or slightly blended for a creamier texture.

 Optional Add-Ins & Tips

• Add ginger or a pinch of cayenne for extra anti-inflammatory boost
• Blend half the soup for a creamy, dairy-free version
• Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro
• Store refrigerated up to 4 days or freeze 2 months

If you’d like, I can also turn this into a detox meal-prep soup, immune-boosting version, or a slow-cooker recipe