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Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric Chicken Soup

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2 tbsp olive oil

1 medium onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 large carrot, sliced

2 celery stalks, sliced

1 tsp ground turmeric

1/2 tsp ground ginger

1/2 tsp ground cumin

1/4 tsp ground black pepper

6 cups chicken broth

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded

1 cup chopped kale or spinach

1/2 cup cooked quinoa or rice (optional)

1 lemon, juiced

Salt to taste

Fresh parsley for garnish

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SautΓ© Vegetables:

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautΓ©ing until the onion becomes translucent.

Add the sliced carrot and celery, cooking for another 5 minutes until they begin to soften.

Add Spices:

Stir in the ground turmeric, ginger, cumin, and black pepper.

Cook for about 1 minute until the spices become fragrant.

Add Broth and Chicken:

Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.

Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.

Combine Ingredients:

Add the shredded cooked chicken and chopped kale or spinach to the pot.

If using, add the cooked quinoa or rice.

Simmer for another 5-10 minutes until the greens are wilted and the soup is heated through.

Finish and Serve:

Stir in the lemon juice and add salt to taste.

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Enjoy

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