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Kale & Carrot Soup with Ginger, Fennel & Lime
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(4.71 out of 5 stars) 7 reviewsAbout the Author: John Immel, 
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Effect: Alkalizing, Prana, Sattvic
Meal: Lunch-Dinner
Recommended for: Spring, Autumn-Winter
Type: Greens
Style: Western
Occasion: On-the-mend, Cleanse
Preparation: Soup, Boiled
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Meal: Lunch-Dinner
Recommended for: Spring, Autumn-Winter
Type: Greens
Style: Western
Occasion: On-the-mend, Cleanse
Preparation: Soup, Boiled
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Medicinal Effects & Experiences:
Experiences are Personal
Experiences vary according to the person and constitution. Individual results may vary.
Pharmacological Effects
Cardiac-stimulant, Stimulates-energy, Diuretic, Detoxicant, Cholagogue, Anti-Inflammatory, Digestive, Galactagogue, Carminative, Burns-Toxins, Stomachic, Decongestant, General-Laxative, Sialogogue, Alterative, Antiarthritic, Vasodilator, Nutritive, Tonic, Stool-Softener, Flushes-MembranesAbout Pharmacological Effects
The list of actions below have not be approved by the FDA and should not be used to treat a medical condition.
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ayurvedic perspective
This soup was developed primarily to relieve acid reflux. Kale and bitters reduce stagnation in the digestive tract and clear heat. Carrot and vegetables with beta-carotene reduce Pitta. Fennel improves digestion without increasing Pitta. Fresh ginger is an anti-inflammatory that improves digestion as well. Lime reduces acidity in the stomach. Soups in general are easy to digest, an essential quality to recover from any digestive tract ailment.
ingredients
| 4 whole | Carrot | | |  |
| 1/2 tsp | Fennel Seeds | | | |
| 1 inch | Ginger (Fresh) | | | |
| 1/2 lbs | Kale |  | | |
| 1/4 whole | Lime | | | |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt (Mineral Salt) | |  | |
| 1 tbsp | Sunflower Oil | | | |
preparation
Chop kale & carrots. Place in a pot and add water until vegetables are just covered. Boil with all ingredients until kale is soft and easy to chew. Easy to chew means easy to digest.
About the Author
John Immel, the founder of Joyful Belly, teaches people how to have a healthy diet and lifestyle with Ayurveda. His approach to Ayurveda exudes a certain ease, which many find enjoyable and insightful. His online course Balance Your Ayurvedic Diet in a Week provides tools for gracefully healing with Ayurveda to thousands. John also directs Joyful Belly's School of Ayurveda , which specializes in digestive tract pathology & Ayurvedic nutrition. John and his wife Natalie recently published Explore Your Hunger: A Guide to Hunger, Appetite & Food.John's interest in Ayurveda and digestive tract pathology was inspired by a complex digestive disorder acquired from years of international travel, including his public service work in South Asia. John's commitment to the detailed study of digestive disorders reflects his zeal to get down to the roots of the problem. His hope and belief in the capacity of each & every client to improve their quality of life is nothing short of a personal passion. John's creativity in the kitchen and delight in cooking for others comes from his family oriented upbringing. In addition to his certification in Ayurveda, John holds a bachelor's degree in mathematics from Harvard University.
John enjoys sharing Ayurveda within the context of his Catholic roots, and finds Ayurveda gives him an opportunity to participate in the healing mission of the Church. Jesus expressed God's love by feeding and healing the sick. That kindness is the fundamental ministry of Ayurveda as well.
Comments & Impressions of 'Kale & Carrot Soup With Ginger, Fennel & Lime'
Do you like 'kale & carrot soup with ginger, fennel & lime'? Why or why not? What makes it unique? Is there something you'd like to know about 'kale & carrot soup with ginger, fennel & lime'?(4.71 out of 5 stars) 7 reviews
Dear John,
Over the years, I have seen MANY ayurvedic sites online, but I must say that yours goes into great depth when analyzing food according ot the doshas. I must spend more time here . Who is / was your teacher in Ayurveda ? You must have had a very savvy computer tech person help you to put this site together. I am looking forward to studying Ayurveda in relationship to Raw Vegan nutrition, based on the reserach of Dr Gabriel Cousens via Dr Shantree Kacera.
With gratitude,
Gaura Das
Thank you! The soup is very good and so easy to make.
I doubled the fennel, ginger, sunflower oil and put a whole lime in. I also added a cup of water and let it boil for a full hour (I live a mile above sea level in Denver,CO). This was my 2nd time making it. It came out great.
- Jesse, CO , 08-07-12 (Reply)
A healthy breakfast item to eat in case of gerd-acid reflux.
I added a small amount of leftover quinoa. I also used a whole lime but found it a little bitter. Will stick to the recipe next time. This was still delicious and got sweeter to my palate as I ate it. Baby girl loved it and cleaned her bowl.
This sounds delicious! How does it hold up for leftovers?
- kmg4805, NY , 10-06-13 (Reply)
I was skeptical because I rarely make a soup without garlic and/or onion but this was delicious!!
I tried this recipe with lime, I thought it was horrible and never wanted it again. I pureed the carrot with spices and lemon and it was amazing! The kale was like swimming for a life preserver in a great ocean of carrot. Complements kitchari well.
hi John is kale aggravating to vata?
I use kale often in my food.
hi John is kale aggravating to vata?
I use kale often in my food.
I tipped my bowl to my mouth to get every drop. I'm a lifelong gerd sufferer. Thanks for a tasty alternative to sitting up all night. Ate it w some simple cumin rice mixed in. Yumm.
Monty, kale is considered vata aggravating in general. Your best bet is to cook it well with digestive spices.
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