Healing Turmeric Vegetable Soup with Cauliflower, Carrots & Celery

Here’s a cozy, nourishing Healing Turmeric Vegetable Soup that’s simple, anti-inflammatory, and full of flavor.

🌿 Healing Turmeric Vegetable Soup

with Cauliflower, Carrots & Celery

Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp olive oil or coconut oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 Tbsp fresh ginger, grated (or 1 tsp ground)
• 1½ tsp ground turmeric
• ½ tsp black pepper (important for turmeric absorption)
• 3 carrots, sliced
• 3 celery stalks, sliced
• 1 small head cauliflower, chopped into florets
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt, to taste
• Optional add-ins:
  • ½ tsp cumin or coriander
  • 1 cup spinach or kale
  • Juice of ½ lemon

Instructions

1. Sauté the base
   Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
   Add onion and cook until soft, about 4–5 minutes.
2. Bloom the spices
   Stir in garlic, ginger, turmeric, and black pepper.
   Cook 30–60 seconds until fragrant (this boosts flavor + benefits).
3. Add vegetables
   Add carrots, celery, and cauliflower. Toss to coat in spices.
4. Simmer
   Pour in broth, add bay leaf, and bring to a gentle boil.
   Reduce heat and simmer 20–25 minutes, until veggies are tender.
5. Finish & balance
   Remove bay leaf.
   Add salt to taste and lemon juice if using.
   Stir in greens during the last 2–3 minutes if desired.

💛 Optional Healing Boosts

• Immune boost: Add a pinch of cayenne
• Protein: Add chickpeas or red lentils
• Creamy: Blend half the soup and stir it back in
• Extra soothing: Add a splash of coconut milk