Green Detox Vegetable Soup (Printer View)

Nourishing soup featuring zucchini, peas, and fresh herbs with a subtle lemon touch.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fresh Vegetables

01 - 2 medium zucchinis, diced
02 - 1 cup green peas, fresh or frozen
03 - 1 cup broccoli florets
04 - 1 cup baby spinach
05 - 1 small leek, white and light green parts only, sliced
06 - 1 celery stalk, diced
07 - 1 small potato, peeled and diced

→ Aromatics & Flavor

08 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
09 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
10 - 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
11 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
12 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
13 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
14 - Zest and juice of 1/2 lemon
15 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
16 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped, optional

# Method Steps:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add leek, celery, and garlic; sauté for 3-4 minutes until soft and fragrant but not browned.
02 - Add potato, zucchini, broccoli, and peas to the pot. Stir and cook for 2 minutes.
03 - Pour in vegetable broth, salt, pepper, and cumin. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes until all vegetables are tender.
04 - Add spinach and cook for 2 more minutes until wilted.
05 - Remove from heat. Using an immersion blender or a regular blender in batches, purée the soup until smooth and creamy.
06 - Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, parsley, and mint if using. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
07 - Serve hot, garnished with extra herbs and a drizzle of olive oil if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together faster than you'd think, leaving you more time to actually enjoy something warm and green.
  • The lemon and mint keep it tasting bright instead of heavy, which honestly surprised me the first time.
  • You can use frozen peas and broccoli without any guilt—sometimes the shortcut is the smarter choice.
02 -
  • Don't skip tasting as you season—what needs salt at the beginning feels too salty once everything blends together.
  • The lemon really does change the entire soup; it transforms it from nice to unforgettable, so don't treat it as optional.
03 -
  • If your immersion blender seems weak, work in batches or blend longer—a completely smooth soup is worth the extra effort.
  • Freeze this in portions and you've got the foundation for quick meals on mornings when you need something that feels like self-care in a bowl.
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