Cattail Root Soup

Cattail Root Soup is a hearty and earthy dish that highlights the unique flavors of wild foraged cattail roots. This nourishing soup is perfect for a cozy meal, offering a taste of traditional American cuisine with a Paleo twist.

Ingredients

• Cattail roots - 200 grams
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Coconut milk - 100 ml
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh thyme - 1 teaspoon, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Begin by thoroughly washing the cattail roots to remove any dirt or debris, then peel and chop them into small pieces.
2. In a medium pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the diced onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add the chopped cattail roots to the pot and stir for another 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer for 20 minutes.
5. After 20 minutes, add the coconut milk and fresh thyme, then season with salt and black pepper to taste. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
6. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth, or carefully transfer to a blender in batches to purée.
7. Serve warm, garnished with additional thyme if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 210
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables and cattail roots.
• Cattail roots are a good source of dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.

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