Chilly weather welcomes soup, fireplaces, sweaters and… the Cold + Flu season. Luckily, there are a variety of ways to naturally boost our immune system! Try incorporating more of the following foods into your diet this season.

Plant-Based Foods

One of the best ways to naturally boost our immune system is with vitamin, mineral and anti-oxidant rich foods such as fruits, vegetables and whole-grains. While it may seem easier to reach for supplements to boost our vitamin intake, try consuming more real, whole, plant-based foods to boost your vitamin and mineral intakes. For example, to boost your Vitamin C intake consume more oranges, sweet bell peppers, sweet potatoes and broccoli.

Turmeric, Carrot & Parsnip Soup with Cinnamon Croutons

The perfect winter soup to nourish & feel great!

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Ingredients

4 cups peeled and chopped carrots
2 cups peeled and chopped parsnips
1 small yellow onion
3 cloves garlic
4 cups vegetable broth
½ cup coconut milk
2 tablespoon unrefined coconut oil
2 tablespoons ground turmeric
1 tablespoon sriracha
3 slices whole-wheat multi-seed bread a few days old is best
½ tablespoon cinnamon
pinch of salt

Instructions

Croutons

Set the oven on its lowest possible setting
Chop the bread and coat with 1 tablespoon of coconut oil and the cinnamon
Spread bread evenly on a cookie sheet and place in the low oven for around 45 minutes, stirring occasionally
Watch croutons to prevent from burning, remove from oven when nice and dry / crispy

Soup

Peel and chop the carrots and parsnips, peel and dice the yellow onion and garlic
Place your Le Crueset Soup Pot on the stove over medium heat
Add to your pot 1 tablespoon of coconut, when the oil is hot but not smoking add the yellow onion diced.
Cook the onions for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally
Once the onion starts to turn translucent add the diced garlic, turmeric and a pinch of salt
After cooking for another 2 minutes add the carrots, parsnips, vegetable broth, coconut milk and sriracha
Bring soup pot to a boil and then lower to a medium-low heat and simmer for 30 minutes
Once the carrots and parsnips are very tender your soup is ready to blend
Use an immersion blender, or in a blender carefully blend soup until smooth
Serve soup topped with cinnamon croutons and enjoy!

Notes

Choose organic ingredients when possible
Recipe by Healthy Grocery Girl & originally posted on IHAinspiredhome.com

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Author: Healthy Grocery Girl

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