When your stomach feels heavy, bloated, or just off, this simple broccoli soup can feel like a warm, healing remedy. It’s gentle, nourishing, and packed with gut-loving ingredients — no dairy, no heaviness, just pure comfort in a bowl. And the best part? It tastes amazing too!
🌿 Why Broccoli?
Broccoli is a natural digestive aid, rich in:
- Fiber – supports regular digestion
- Sulforaphane – a plant compound with anti-inflammatory effects
- Antioxidants – protect the gut lining
- Gentle on the stomach when cooked well
🥣 Healing Broccoli Soup Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium head of broccoli, chopped into florets
- 1 small zucchini or potato (optional, for creaminess)
- 3 cups vegetable broth or water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: a pinch of cumin, ginger powder, or turmeric
- Fresh parsley or dill for topping
🍲 Instructions:
- In a pot, heat olive oil over low-medium heat.
- Add onion and garlic. Sauté gently until soft and fragrant (about 3–4 minutes).
- Add chopped broccoli (and zucchini/potato if using). Stir for 2 minutes.
- Pour in broth or water. Add a pinch of salt, pepper, and any spices you like.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, until vegetables are soft.
- Blend the soup using a hand blender or carefully transfer to a blender until smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Top with fresh herbs.
🌱 Benefits for Your Stomach:
- Easy to digest
- Naturally calming for inflammation
- Helps reduce bloating and gas
- Supports gut healing and regularity
- Warmth helps relax the digestive tract
🥄 Optional Add-ins:
- A spoonful of plain yogurt (for probiotics)
- A handful of baby spinach in the last minute of cooking
- A squeeze of lemon juice before serving (for extra cleansing)
Final Thought
This broccoli soup is more than just a meal — it’s a soothing, gut-friendly bowl of goodness. Whether you’re recovering from a heavy meal or just want something light and healing, this recipe is like medicine for your stomach, made entirely from whole, natural ingredients. 🥦💚
