Immune Boosting Tomato Soup with Bone Broth
This Tomato & Beef Bone Broth Soup is a powerhouse of flavour and nutrition, perfect for a quick and nourishing meal. Whether you need a cozy weekend lunch or a speedy weekday dinner, this recipe delivers warmth, comfort, and a boost of essential nutrients in just 20 minutes.
Why This Soup is So Good for You? Each ingredient in this soup has been chosen for its incredible health benefits. Let’s break it down:
Onion is a natural prebiotic that supports gut health and immunity.
Garlic a well-known anti-inflammatory and immune booster.
Aged Black Garlic retains potent bio-actives, such as apigenin, which can help regulate the immune system.
Red Chilli is packed with beta-carotene, lutein, and zeaxanthin. Capsaicin in chilli is shown to activate the immune system, increasing circulating white blood cells and antibody-producing B cells.
Red Pepper is high in vitamin C to support collagen production for glowing skin.
Turmeric is a powerful anti-inflammatory spice that supports overall wellness.
Chopped Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, a potent antioxidant that supports skin health and protects against oxidative stress.
Star Anise adds a warm, nourishing undertone while aiding digestion.
Smoked Paprika deepens the flavour and provides additional antioxidants.
Beef Bone Broth is loaded with collagen for skin elasticity and gut health, plus amino acids that aid in tissue repair.
Extra Virgin Olive Oil contains oleocanthal, and oleic acid, which have strong anti-inflammatory and immune-enhancing properties.
INGREDIENTS
2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 Onion (diced)
5 cloves of Garlic (crushed)
3 cloves of Aged Black Garlic (chopped)
1 Red Chilli (deseeded and halved)
1 Red Pepper (diced)
1 tsp Turmeric
1 tin of Chopped Tomatoes
2 Star Anise pods
1 tsp Smoked Paprika
500ml Beef Bone Broth - I used Freja foods bone broths but you can make your own or swap for chicken or mushroom broth
METHOD
Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
Add the onion, garlic, black garlic, red chilli, red pepper, and turmeric. Gently sweat them until soft and fragrant.
Pour in the beef bone broth and chopped tomatoes, then drop in the star anise.
Simmer for 15 minutes, allowing all the flavours to meld beautifully.
Remove the star anise before serving. Enjoy!
