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Comforting healthy detox soup with chicken and vegetables in a white bowl.

Comforting Healthy Detox Soup

A light yet comforting detox soup made with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and warming aromatics. This soup supports gentle cleansing while still feeling nourishing, filling, and suitable for everyday meals, especially for low-carb and reset days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Asian inspired
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless chicken breast or thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic,minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 celery stalks, slice
  • 1 zucchini, chopped
  • 1½ cups cauliflower florets
  • 2 cups spinach or kale leaves
  • 6 cups chicken broth or bone broth
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or coriander, chopped

Method
 

  1. Wash and chop all vegetables evenly and cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat and cook the onion until soft and translucent.
  3. Add garlic and ginger and cook briefly until fragrant.
  4. Add the chicken pieces and cook for a few minutes until lightly sealed on the outside.
  5. Stir in celery, zucchini, cauliflower, turmeric, salt, and black pepper.
  6. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the soup to a gentle boil.
  7. Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer uncovered for twenty to twenty-five minutes.
  8. Add spinach or kale and cook for two to three minutes until wilted.
  9. Stir in lemon juice, adjust seasoning if needed, and serve warm garnished with fresh herbs.

Notes

  • This soup is suitable for keto and low-carb diets.
  • Spinach can be replaced with kale, and chicken can be substituted with turkey if preferred.
  • The soup stores well and tastes even better the next day.