3 Easy Soup Recipes When Sick With Cold & Flu

When you’re feeling under the weather, the last thing you want to do is spend hours in the kitchen whipping up a complex meal. What you need is a bowl of comforting, warm soup to soothe your sore throat and stuffy nose.

Nothing is better than a hot soup on cold days. Especially if we have a cold. But because the classic chicken soup – as much as it’s always the right choice – can get a bit boring to prepare.

But who has the energy to cook when they’re sick? That’s why we’ve put together a collection of easy soup recipes that are perfect for when you’re feeling under the weather.

These soups are simple to make, but they pack a big flavor punch that will help you feel better in no time. So grab a spoon and let’s get cooking!

Easy Soup Recipes When Sick

Carrot and ginger soup

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 kg of carrots, finely chopped (with the skin on)
• 4 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
• 1 tablespoon of grated fresh ginger
• 1 teaspoon of ground turmeric
• 6 cups vegetable stock
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• ¾ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions:

1. In a large saucepan over medium heat, add the olive oil, onion and carrots. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are translucent and the carrots begin to soften, about 8 to 10 minutes.
2. Add the garlic, ginger, and turmeric and stir to combine. Cook 1 to 2 minutes more.
3. Add the broth, vinegar, salt and pepper and bring to a boil. Lower the heat, cover and simmer until all the ingredients are tender, about 25 to 30 minutes.
4. Remove from the heat and use a blender to blend the soup until completely smooth.

Mexican vegetable soup

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 red onion, diced (any colour, any colour, diced)
• 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon of oregano
• 2 tablespoons cumin
• ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 can of diced tomatoes
• 7 cups vegetable stock
• 2 cans of black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can of corn, drained and rinsed

Instructions:

1. Place a large pot over medium heat. Add the olive oil, bell pepper and red onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the peppers begin to soften, 5 to 7 minutes.
2. Add the garlic, stir, and cook for 1 minute more. Add oregano, cumin and cayenne.
3. Add tomatoes, vegetable broth, black beans and corn.
4. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer until vegetables are tender, 20 to 30 minutes.

Lemon soup with turkey

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 large potato, diced
• 3 medium carrots, cut into rings
• 2 bunches of celery, sliced
• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 6 cups of chicken stock
• 2 cups cooked turkey, skinless, finely chopped
• Salt and pepper
• 1 cup brown rice
• 1 lemon, zest and juice

Instructions:

1. In a large saucepan over medium heat, add the olive oil, onion, potato, carrots and celery and cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables begin to soften, 8 to 10 minutes.
2. Add the garlic, stir and cook for 1 minute more.
3. Pour in the broth and bring to a simmer.
4. Add the turkey, salt, pepper and rice.
5. Cover and simmer until the rice is tender, about 30 minutes.
6. Remove from the heat and add the lemon juice and lemon zest just before serving.

Bottom Line

So there you have it folks, three easy soup recipes to make when you’re feeling under the weather. Whether you’re in the mood for a comforting carrot and ginger soup, a hearty Mexican vegetable soup, or a zesty lemon soup with turkey, there’s something for everyone.

These soups are simple to make, packed full of healthy ingredients, and will leave you feeling warm and satisfied.

So next time you’re feeling down and out, whip up one of these soups and let the healing begin!

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