Mediterranean Diet Burdock Soup

Elevate your soup game with this Mediterranean Diet Burdock Soup, a healthy and flavorful dish that’s as nourishing as it is delicious! Featuring the earthy goodness of burdock root, paired with aromatic garlic, onions, and a medley of fresh vegetables, this hearty soup is simmered to perfection in a rich vegetable broth infused with thyme and bay leaf. A splash of zesty lemon juice and a sprinkle of fresh parsley add refreshing brightness to each bowl. Perfect for anyone embracing Mediterranean cuisine or seeking a clean, plant-based meal, this soup is easy to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time and is ready to warm you up in under an hour. Packed with wholesome ingredients and simple techniques, this burdock root soup makes a comforting, nutrient-dense addition to your weekly rotation.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams burdock root
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 2 medium, sliced carrot
• 2 sliced celery stalk
• 1000 milliliters vegetable broth
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons, chopped parsley

Directions

Step 1

Peel the burdock root and cut it into thin slices. Soak in water with a little lemon juice to prevent discoloration.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent.

Step 3

Add the sliced carrots and celery. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Drain the burdock slices and add them to the pot along with the vegetable broth, bay leaf, and dried thyme.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes until the burdock is tender.

Step 7

Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf, stir in the lemon juice, and cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1706.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	986.1

Total Fat 38.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4885.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 145.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.0g	0%
Total Sugars 36.3g
Protein 26.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 400.1mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 3558.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.1%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 56.5%