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This creamy broccoli basil soup tastes like springtime in a bowl, and is made with just a few simple ingredients that support your body’s overall health.

Benefits

Broccoli: Broccoli is full of Vitamin C and fiber, and supports the liver’s natural detoxification processes.

Ginger: Ginger is a powerful anti-inflammatory that also aids in digestion and supports a healthy immune system.

Cannellini Beans: This fiber-rich legume aids in elimination, balances blood sugar, may help lower cholesterol, and is loaded with minerals, including iron, which may boost energy levels.

Basil: This fragrant herb offers anti-inflammatory benefits.

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Broccoli Basil Soup // Image Credit: mariamarlowe.com

Recipe for Broccoli Basil Soup

(serves 3)

Ingredients:

5 cups broccoli florets (about 2 heads)

1 tbs. coconut oil or olive oil

1 clove garlic, minced

2-3 tsp. fresh ginger, minced

1 can cannelini beans (about 15 oz)

1 cup fresh basil leaves

3 cups vegetable broth

Instructions:
  1. Lightly steam* broccoli for about 5 minutes, or until it turns bright green.
  2. Meanwhile, in a separate pan, heat the coconut oil over medium low. Add the garlic, ginger, and beans. Saute about 3-4 minutes. Add the steamed broccoli, cook for another minute or two, and then lastly add the fresh basil and stir until completely wilted, which will be 30 seconds to a minute. Remove from heat.
  3. Next, transfer broccoli bean mixture to a Vitamix or high speed blender. Add the vegetable broth.
  4. Process on high for about a minute, until a creamy and uniform consistency is formed.
  5. Pour into bowls and serve immediately (it will still be warm, so no need to reheat).
  6. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days.
Notes:

*If you don’t have a steamer, simply pour about 1/4-1/2 inch water in the bottom of a large pot, place broccoli in, cover, and let steam for 3-4 minutes. Drain.

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About the Author: Maria Marlowe is an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach who has helped thousands of people improve their health by optimizing their diet. She has created meal plans and programs to help you lose weight, clear up acne, and spend less time in the kitchen yet still eat healthy.

She has been featured in Vogue, The New York Times, NBC, Well + Good, and more. Her first book, The Real Food Grocery Guide, will teach you how to eat healthy without going broke.

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