Okay, so yesterday I was feeling kinda blah, you know? Like my body was just screaming for a reset. I remembered reading something about “fasting soups” and figured, hey, why not give it a shot?
First thing I did was hit up Google. I typed in “fasting soup recipes” and BAM! a ton of stuff popped up. I skipped all the fancy-pants ones with ingredients I’d never heard of and focused on stuff I already had in my fridge and pantry.
I found a recipe that looked super simple: basically just vegetable broth, some chopped veggies (carrots, celery, onion), and a bit of seasoning. Sounded easy enough.
So, I started by chopping up the veggies. I’m not gonna lie, my knife skills aren’t exactly Michelin-star level, but I got the job done. Threw everything into a big pot with the broth. I used some low-sodium vegetable broth I had leftover from another recipe. I added a bay leaf, some dried thyme, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Then, I brought it all to a boil and then simmered it for like, an hour. The longer it simmers, the more the flavors meld together, you know? Plus, it makes the veggies super soft and easy to digest.
While the soup was simmering, I just chilled out, read a book, and tried not to think about all the pizza I could be eating instead. It was a bit tough, not gonna lie.
After an hour, I took the pot off the heat and let it cool down a bit. Then, I ladled myself a big bowl. Honestly? It wasn’t the most exciting thing I’ve ever eaten, but it was surprisingly satisfying. It was warm, comforting, and definitely made me feel like I was doing something good for my body.
I ended up eating the soup for dinner and then again for lunch today. I’m not sure if it’s a miracle cure or anything, but I definitely feel less bloated and more energized. I think I’ll make another batch next week!
Here’s a quick rundown of what I used:
- Low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 bay leaf
- Dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
And here’s the (very basic) process:
- Chop the veggies.
- Throw everything into a pot.
- Bring to a boil, then simmer for an hour.
- Cool slightly and enjoy!
Maybe next time I’ll experiment with adding some ginger or garlic for extra flavor. But for now, this simple soup is doing the trick. Give it a try if you’re feeling like you need a little cleanse!
My Thoughts
Look, I’m no health guru, and this ain’t rocket science. But sometimes the simplest things are the best. This soup was easy to make, didn’t cost a fortune, and made me feel pretty good. I’m calling it a win!
