Lisa's Immune Boosting Veggie Stew
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This soup is like a multi-vitamin in a bowl!
It’s got amazing anti-microbial, anti-viral and anti-inflammatory properties. It's high in antioxidants which are great for the immune system. It’s rich with vitamin c, beta carotene, calcium, potassium, vitamin K, B6 and iron. It also boosts the metabolism, balances blood sugar levels and is an excellent source of plant protein!
Serves 4
Ingredients:
1 can black beans, rinsed
1 cup of red lentils
3 sweet potatoes, chopped
2 cups greens
(spinach, kale, swiss chard or a combination of these)1 tsp of fresh ginger grated
1 tsp turmeric
1/2 cayenne pepper
1 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp cumin
4 cups veggie broth (more may be needed)
3 cloves of garlic crushed
1 onion, chopped
4 stalks of celery, chopped
Directions:
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a pan over medium high. Saute the onions and celery for 6-8 minutes, until softened. Add the garlic and saute for an additional minute, being careful not to burn the garlic. Add the spices and ginger and mix thoroughly.
Add the sweet potato, black beans and lentils. Mix through coating everything. Add the veggie broth and bring to a boil. Cover, and reduce heat to a simmer for 20 minutes. Once the sweet potato is nice and soft take off the heat, add your greens place the lid back on and let it wilt down.
This soup can be made in large batches and frozen or eaten throughout the week, delicious with brown rice, quinoa or on its own.
