Healing Vegetable Soup (Gentle on the Stomach)

Light • Comforting • Gut-Friendly • Eat Day & Night

✅ Ingredients (Serves 4–6)

• 1 onion, chopped

• 1–2 tbsp olive oil

• 2 leeks, chopped (white & light green parts)

• 2 stalks celery, chopped

• 1 carrot, diced

• 1 red bell pepper, diced

• 1 zucchini, diced

• 2 potatoes, diced

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 5–6 cups water or vegetable broth

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp turmeric (optional, soothing)

• Salt to taste

• Fresh parsley or dill (optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions (Step-by-Step)

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

2. Add onion and cook 2–3 minutes until soft.

3. Add leeks & celery, sauté gently for 4–5 minutes (do not brown).

4. Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds.

5. Add carrot, red pepper, zucchini, and potatoes.

6. Season with salt, black pepper, and turmeric.

7. Pour in water or broth, bring to a gentle boil.

8. Lower heat, cover, and simmer 25–30 minutes until very tender.

9. Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish if desired.

🌿 Why This Soup Heals the Stomach

• Leeks & celery soothe digestion

• Zucchini & potatoes are easy to digest

• Olive oil reduces inflammation

• Garlic (gentle amount) supports gut health

• Warm, soft texture = less digestive stress

Perfect for:
✔ Sensitive stomach
✔ Gastritis / acidity
✔ Recovery meals
✔ Light dinners

❓ Q & A

Q1: Can I eat this every day?

Yes. It’s balanced, light, and safe for daily eating.

Q2: Is it good for bloating?

Yes. Avoid too much garlic if very sensitive.

Q3: Should I blend it?

For upset stomachs, blended is soothing.
For daily meals, keep it chunky.

Q4: Can I make it without potatoes?

Yes. Replace with:

• Pumpkin

• Cauliflower

• Extra zucchini

Q5: How to store it?

• Fridge: 3 days

• Freezer: 1 month (best without potatoes)

🥄 Serving Tip (Stomach-Friendly)

• Add a squeeze of lemon only if tolerated

• Eat warm, not hot

• Pair with plain rice or toast if needed

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