Thai Inspired Vegetable Chicken Detox Soup (Paleo)

This cleansing paleo Thai Inspired Vegetable Chicken Detox Soup features a balanced flavor profile and is packed with nutrition.

After all the making merry that goes on during the holiday season, most of us could probably use a little TLC in the form of nutrition.

After even just a couple days of less conscious eating (read: junk food indulging!) I find that I’m noticeably less energetic, more bloated, and less able to focus.

I don’t like to beat myself up over it, because that just leads to a bad relationship with food. And let’s be honest, ain’t nobody got time for that.

But I do like to make it up to myself by putting extra effort into my nutrition in the following week or two.

Salads are an easy surefire way to pack in loads of nutrient-dense foods! However, in the winter months I need something warming. Soup is an equally fabulous method for loading up on healthy foods.

Thai Inspiration for This Soup

This soup uses a few Thai ingredients to give it a balanced flavor profile. Coconut cream adds subtle natural sweetness. Coconut aminos (or soy sauce if you prefer) lends saltiness. Fish sauce gives an umami flavor. And apple cider vinegar and fresh lime bring tartness.

The resulting flavor profile is very well balanced, and this soup has a rich heartiness without being overly heavy.

Vegetable Chicken Detox Soup

One of the things I love most about soup (and salad, for that matter) is the fact that it’s a great way to clean out the fridge. Any veggie you have on hand is likely to work!

That was definitely the case here too. I utilized what I had on hand, but I was a little more methodical than just tossing everything into a pot and hoping for the best.

With this recipe, I chose ingredients that would pack a huge punch when it comes to detox!

Let’s talk for a quick minute about the components of this soup.

• Carrots are rich in glutathione, which is a powerful antioxidant and is important in immune function. (Everyday Health)
• Tomatoes are a good source of lycopene that helps the body flush out free radicals. (Waller Wellness Center)
• Garlic is high in vitamin C and helps support liver function. (LIVESTRONG)
• Organic raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar helps to alkalize the body (Healthy Bliss) and can help the body absorb minerals from foods like leafy greens (David Wolfe).
• Turmeric contains curcumin which stimulates the gallbladder to produce bile, which the liver uses to remove toxins (and heads-up, don’t skip the black pepper in this recipe because it helps the body absorb turmeric!). (LIVESTRONG)
• Parsley acts as a diuretic, helping the body to naturally reduce bloating. (Step to Health)
• Cilantro helps remove heavy metals from the body. (Underground Health Reporter)
• Coconut oil helps your body absorb the vitamins in the veggies. (Mercola)
• And let’s not forget that this soup is full of fiber to help your body eliminate waste!

More Healthy Recipes to Try:

• Beet and Carrot Salad with Pomegranate and Pumpkin Seeds
• Green Detox Stir Fry
• Apple Walnut Rainbow Swiss Chard Salad
• Creamy Roasted Carrot Soup
• Cleansing Garlicky Baby Bok Choy Soup

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Thai Inspired Vegetable Chicken Detox Soup (Paleo)

By: Faith Gorsky

This cleansing paleo Thai Inspired Vegetable Chicken Detox Soup features a balanced flavor profile and is packed with nutrition.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Course Soup

Cuisine Thai

Servings 6 servings

Calories 319 kcal

Ingredients

 

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• ▢ 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• ▢ 1 ¼ pounds boneless skinless chicken breast cubed or shredded
• ▢ 4 cups low-sodium chicken stock
• ▢ 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes with juices
• ▢ 5.4 fluid ounce can coconut cream or substitute canned full-fat coconut milk
• ▢ 2 cups chopped carrots
• ▢ 2 large stalks celery chopped
• ▢ 1 medium-large onion chopped
• ▢ 4 large cloves garlic crushed or minced
• ▢ 2- inch piece fresh ginger grated
• ▢ 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• ▢ 1 tablespoon coconut aminos
• ▢ 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• ▢ ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• ▢ ¼ teaspoon salt
• ▢ 4 cups baby kale
• ▢ 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• ▢ ½ cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
• ▢ ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
• ▢ 6 fresh lime wedges for serving

Instructions

 

• Heat the coconut oil in a 5-quart pot over medium-high to high heat. Once hot, add the chicken and cook until starting to brown.
• Add the stock, tomatoes, coconut cream, carrot, celery, onion, garlic, ginger, fish sauce, coconut aminos, turmeric, black pepper, and salt. Bring up to a boil, and then cover the pot, turn the heat down, and simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.
• Turn off the heat and stir in the kale, continuing to stir until it’s wilted, about 1 minute.
• Stir in the vinegar, parsley, and cilantro. Squeeze a fresh lime wedge into each serving of soup. Serve.

Faith's Tips

• Store this soup refrigerated for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Thai Inspired Vegetable Chicken Detox Soup (Paleo)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 319 Calories from Fat 144

% Daily Value*

Fat 16g25%

Saturated Fat 11g69%

Cholesterol 60mg20%

Sodium 707mg31%

Potassium 1198mg34%

Carbohydrates 21g7%

Fiber 4g17%

Sugar 5g6%

Protein 28g56%

Vitamin A 12234IU245%

Vitamin C 79mg96%

Calcium 142mg14%

Iron 3mg17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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This post was first published on An Edible Mosaic on January 2, 2017. It was updated with more information and photos on December 31, 2020.

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