Elderberry Soup

Elderberry Soup is a delightful and nourishing dish that captures the essence of American cuisine while staying true to Paleo principles. This velvety soup combines the unique flavor of elderberries with aromatic herbs and spices, creating a comforting bowl perfect for any season.

Ingredients

• Elderberries - 200 grams (fresh or dried)
• Chicken or vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Coconut milk - 100 ml
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh thyme - 1 teaspoon, chopped
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Chopped parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. In a medium pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the elderberries and broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the elderberries to soften.
3. Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. You can also transfer the mixture to a blender, but be cautious with the hot liquid.
4. Stir in the coconut milk, fresh thyme, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.
5. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from elderberries, which can support immune health.
• Coconut milk provides healthy fats that may promote heart health.

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