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## **Instructions**
### **Step 1: Sauté the Aromatics**
– In a large pot, heat the **olive oil** over medium heat.
– Add the **onion, carrots, and celery**, cooking for **5 minutes** until softened.
– Stir in the **garlic, turmeric, and ginger**, cooking for **1 minute** until fragrant.
### **Step 2: Add the Vegetables & Broth**
– Pour in the **vegetable broth** and add the **zucchini, bell pepper, cabbage (or kale), diced tomatoes, thyme, salt, and pepper**.
– Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for **20-25 minutes**, until the vegetables are tender.
### **Step 3: Finish & Serve**
– Stir in the **lemon juice and fresh parsley (or cilantro)**.
– Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
– Serve hot and enjoy the nourishing goodness!
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## **Variations & Additions**
🌿 **Add Protein:** Stir in **chickpeas, lentils, shredded chicken, or tofu** for extra protein.
🍚 **Make It Hearty:** Add **quinoa, rice, or whole-grain pasta** to make it more filling.
🌶️ **Spicy Boost:** Add **extra red pepper flakes or a pinch of cayenne** for a warming kick.
🍠 **Root Veggies:** Swap in **sweet potatoes or butternut squash** for natural sweetness.
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## **Storage & Make-Ahead Tips**
❄️ **Refrigerate:** Store in an airtight container for **up to 5 days**.
❄️ **Freeze:** Freeze in portions for up to **3 months**—perfect for meal prep!
🔥 **Reheat:** Warm on the stovetop over low heat or microwave until heated through.
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## **Why This Healing Soup is a Must-Try**
This **Healing Vegetable Soup** is more than just a meal—it’s **a hug in a bowl**! Whether you’re looking for an immune boost, a light detox meal, or simply a **cozy and flavorful dish**, this soup is the answer.
Make a batch today and feel the **warmth and nourishment** in every spoonful! 🥣✨
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