Ingredients
2 garlic cloves, minced
6 carrots, sliced
3 celery stalks, sliced
1 yellow onion, diced
2 tsp ground turmeric
8 cups chicken stock
4 cups cauliflower rice
1 lb chicken breasts, cut into cubes
2 tbsp corn starch
1/4 cup water
2 cups baby spinach, chopped
Juice of 1 fresh lime
Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté garlic, onion, carrots, and celery for 5–7 minutes until fragrant and slightly tender.
- Add ground turmeric and stir for 1 minute to release its aroma.
- Pour in chicken stock and bring to a simmer. Add chicken cubes and cook for 10–12 minutes until fully cooked.
- Mix corn starch and water in a small bowl to create a slurry. Slowly stir into the soup to slightly thicken the broth.
- Add cauliflower rice and chopped spinach, simmering for 3–5 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in lime juice and season with sea salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
Notes
Add ginger or garlic powder for extra anti-inflammatory benefits.
Swap chicken breasts for thighs for richer flavor.
Include other vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, or mushrooms.
Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil or a sprinkle of chili flakes for added flavor.
Add a pinch of cayenne or turmeric paste to make it spicier.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Healthy / Anti-Inflammatory
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg