Green Detox Soup
This Green Detox Soup is a nutrient-rich blend of spinach, kale, broccoli, zucchini, fennel, and avocado. Creamy, vibrant, and naturally vegan and gluten-free, it’s the perfect wholesome meal for any day.
10 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 ½ cups chopped fennel
- 1 ⅓ cups sliced leeks white and light green parts only
- 1 ¼ cups chopped celery
- 2 cloves garlic smashed
- 1 10-ounce zucchini, cubed
- 1 10-ounce package fresh spinach
- ½ 12-ounce bag fresh broccoli florets
- 6 leaves Tuscan kale ribs removed and cut into small pieces
- ¼ cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 cups hot water as needed
- 1 avocado diced
- 1 teaspoon spirulina powder optional
- 10 tablespoons gomasio toasted, crushed sesame seeds
Instructions
Sauté the Aromatics
- Heat the olive oil in a Dutch oven or large soup pot over medium heat. Add the fennel, leeks, celery, and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and fragrant, approximately 3-5 minutes.
Incorporate the Vegetables
- Add the zucchini, spinach, broccoli, kale, and parsley to the pot. Stir well to combine. Cook for 3 minutes, allowing the greens to wilt slightly.
Simmer the Soup
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes.
Blend to Desired Consistency
- Remove the pot from the heat. Using an immersion blender, purée the soup until smooth. Add the hot water, a little at a time, to adjust the soup’s consistency as desired.
Add the Final Ingredients
- Stir in the diced avocado and spirulina powder, blending once more to achieve a creamy texture. Ensure the soup is evenly combined and heated through.
Serve with Gomasio
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish each serving with one tablespoon of gomasio. Serve immediately.
Notes
This recipe is naturally gluten-free. To ensure compliance, verify that the vegetable broth and gomasio are certified gluten-free, as some brands may contain additives that are not gluten-free. Always double-check product labels to avoid cross-contamination.