A cozy, nourishing bowl designed to love your gut back to life. This high-protein, low-carb soup is packed with antifungal herbs, gut-soothing spices, and the hearty goodness of quinoa — without the heavy starches that slow you down.
✅ Gluten-Free & Grain-Free Alternative
✅ Candida-Safe & Low-Carb
✅ Protein-Packed & Hearty
🥣 Why This Soup Supports Gut Healing
- Anti-Candida Ingredients: Garlic, oregano, and turmeric help fight yeast and bad bacteria naturally.
- Gut-Healing Fats: Coconut oil and optional coconut milk soothe the gut lining.
- Low Sugar, High Nutrients: Tomatoes offer antioxidants without feeding candida or parasites.
🛒 Ingredients (Makes 2 Servings)
🥄 Base Ingredients:
✔ ½ cup cooked quinoa (easy to digest, complete protein)
✔ 2 cups diced tomatoes (fresh or no-sugar-added canned) 🍅
✔ 2 tablespoons chicken bouillon (or bone broth for extra gut healing)
✔ ½ cup coconut milk (optional, for a creamy finish)
🧄 Aromatics & Spices:
✔ 1 tablespoon coconut oil (or olive oil) 🥥
✔ ½ small onion, finely chopped 🧅
✔ 2 cloves garlic, minced (potent antifungal & antiparasitic)
✔ 1 teaspoon oregano (gut-friendly herb) 🌿
✔ ½ teaspoon turmeric (anti-inflammatory powerhouse) ✨
✔ ½ teaspoon sea salt 🧂
✔ ½ teaspoon black pepper
🥚 Optional Protein Boost:
✔ 2 eggs (poached directly in the soup for extra protein!)
👩🍳 How to Make Quinoa Tomato Soup
Step 1: Prep the Ingredients
- Rinse & dice: Prep tomatoes and finely chop the onion. Mince the garlic.
Step 2: Sauté the Aromatics
- Warm coconut oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Cook onions for 2 minutes until translucent.
- Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant.
Step 3: Build the Soup Base
- Add tomatoes, bouillon, oregano, turmeric, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
Step 4: Optional Egg Boost
- Crack eggs gently into the simmering soup (without stirring).
- Cover and poach for about 5 minutes.
Step 5: Blend & Finish
- Blend (optional): Remove eggs and use an immersion blender for a smooth texture.
- Add quinoa and coconut milk (if using) for a hearty, creamy finish.
- Simmer 5 more minutes.
Step 6: Serve & Enjoy
- Ladle into bowls.
- Garnish with fresh basil, a drizzle of coconut milk, or a squeeze of lime.
📏 Nutrition Facts (Approximate Per Serving)
Without Eggs:
- Calories: ~180 kcal
- Protein: ~6g
- Fat: ~9g
- Carbs: ~18g (Net Carbs: ~14g)
With Eggs:
- Calories: ~360 kcal
- Protein: ~12g
- Fat: ~18g
- Carbs: ~18g (Net Carbs: ~14g)
💡 Pro Tips for Best Results
- Extra Creamy: Blend fully and swirl in coconut milk at the end.
- Heavier Meal: Double the quinoa or add shredded chicken.
- Meal Prep Win: Freezes beautifully for up to 2 months!
💬 Have you tried a healing soup like this before? Drop your favorite add-ins below! ⬇️
📌 Want even more gut-healing recipes? [Explore my low-carb, anti-candida recipes here!]
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