Lemon Ginger Couscous Soup
Immune-Boosting • Anti-Inflammatory • Postpartum & Gut Healing
This bright, mineral-rich soup combines lemon, ginger, and fresh herbs with nourishing ghee, collagen-rich broth, and pearl couscous (or quinoa). It’s designed to deeply support postpartum recovery, soothe digestion, and keep your skin glowing and immune system strong.
Ingredients (Serves: 4-6)
3 tbsp ghee
1 sweet onion, diced
3 carrots, peeled & diced
3 celery sticks, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp fresh ginger, finely chopped
1 tsp ground turmeric
½ tsp cumin or coriander
Himalayan salt & fresh black pepper, to taste
7-8 cups broth (chicken, beef, or veggie for collagen & gut health)
1¼ cups pearl couscous (or cooked quinoa for extra protein)
1 small potato, peeled & diced
¼ cup fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, or thyme)
1 tbsp freshly grated lemon zest
½ lemon, juiced
¼ cup coconut milk (optional, for extra creaminess & healthy fats)
Instructions
Sauté the aromatics
Heat ghee in a large pot over medium heat.
Add onion, carrots, celery, garlic, and ginger. Cook 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until veggies are softened.
Stir in turmeric, cumin, salt, and pepper for extra depth.
Simmer the soup
Pour in broth, then add couscous (or quinoa) and diced potato.
Cover and simmer 10-15 minutes, until grains and potato are tender.
Finish with freshness
Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, fresh herbs, and coconut milk (if using).
Let sit 2 minutes off the heat for flavors to meld.
Serve & enjoy
Ladle into bowls and enjoy warm, topped with extra herbs or a swirl of coconut milk.
Notes
Ingredient Benefits:
Broth (chicken, beef, veggie): Rich in collagen & minerals for gut lining repair, joint health, and skin elasticity — especially helpful postpartum.
Carrots: Packed with beta-carotene for skin healing, eye health & immune support.
Celery: Mineral-rich, hydrates cells & helps restore electrolytes postpartum.
Coconut milk: Provides healthy fats that support hormone production & help the body absorb fat-soluble vitamins.
Cumin or coriander: Warm spices that support digestion, reduce gas & bloating.
Fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, thyme): Loaded with chlorophyll & antioxidants that support detox & reduce inflammation.
Garlic: Natural antibacterial & antiviral properties, supports immune system.
Ghee: Deeply nourishing, rich in fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E & K that support hormone balance & skin health.
Ginger: Reduces inflammation, helps digestion, and eases bloating or nausea.
Himalayan salt: Provides trace minerals for electrolyte balance, plus enhances flavor.
Lemon zest & juice: Alkalizing, boosts digestion, high in vitamin C for skin & immune support.
Onion: Prebiotic fiber to feed gut bacteria, supports digestion, adds natural sweetness.
Pearl couscous (or quinoa): Offers gentle carbs for energy, plus fiber for digestion. Quinoa adds complete protein.
Potato: Easy-to-digest resistant starch that feeds beneficial gut bacteria.
Turmeric: Contains curcumin, a powerful anti-inflammatory that aids tissue repair.
Serving Suggestions:
Pair with a slice of your protein bread or seed crackers.
Great topped with extra fresh parsley or a sprinkle of hemp seeds for omega-3s.
Lovely alongside a rose milk steamer for an ultra-calming meal.
Storage Tips:
Keeps in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Freezes beautifully…store in glass jars with 1-inch headspace for up to 2 months.
Reheat gently on the stove, adding a splash of broth if it thickens.
