Low Sodium Burdock Soup
Warm up with a comforting bowl of Low Sodium Burdock Soup, a nutrient-packed delight that showcases the earthy richness of burdock root. In this healthy recipe, burdock root is paired with sweet carrots, hearty potatoes, and aromatic celery, creating a flavorful and wholesome dish that's perfect for a light, yet satisfying meal. Infused with low sodium vegetable broth, fresh ginger, garlic, and herbs like bay leaf and thyme, this soup offers a delicate balance of savory and soothing flavors without compromising heart-healthy goals. Quick and easy to prepare in under an hour, its vibrant garnish of fresh parsley adds a final touch of brightness. Ideal for those seeking a nourishing, low-sodium alternative, this burdock soup is a must-add to your wholesome cooking repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams burdock root
- 2 medium carrots
- 2 stalks celery stalks
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 large potato
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 liter low sodium vegetable broth
- 1 inch piece fresh ginger
- 1 leaf bay leaf
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Peel the burdock root and slice it into thin, diagonal pieces.
Peel and dice the carrots and potato into small cubes.
Chop the celery stalks and onion into small pieces.
Mince the garlic cloves.
Peel and grate the ginger.
In a large soup pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the garlic, ginger, and celery, cooking for another 2 minutes.
Add the burdock root, carrots, and potato to the pot. Stir well to combine.
Pour in the low sodium vegetable broth, and add the bay leaf and dried thyme.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and let it cook for 30 minutes.
Remove the bay leaf and season the soup with ground black pepper to taste.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1000 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.1 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 9 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 1268 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 145.4 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.2 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.0 g | ||
| Protein | 17.9 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 284 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 3619 mg | 77% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
