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Jan 12, 2018(updated January 23, 2026)

Nourishing Green Detox Soup

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This Nourishing Green Detox Soup is my go-to reset when I’m craving something light, comforting, and full of feel-good ingredients. It’s a simple, healthy recipe loaded with veggies and blended into a creamy, silky soup with ginger, garlic, and herbs that taste just as good as they make you feel. Delicious as a light dinner or lunch, and perfect for meal prep!

green detox soup topped with parsley in a white bowl

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When it’s too cold for salad but I still want to eat my veggies, I make this rich, flavorful, nutrient-dense green detox soup. It’s one of my favorite recipes to keep on hand during the colder months because it’s warm, cozy, and so easy to reheat for a quick lunch or light dinner.

This soup is a simple way to support your body, boost immunity, and enjoy a gentle “reset” anytime you’re feeling a little off without doing anything extreme. It’s packed with kale, zucchini, onion, broccoli, garlic, and ginger, so every spoonful is loaded with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants… healthy comfort food at its best!

I love making big pots of blended soup like this on the weekend so I can fill mason jars for easy grab-and-heat lunches throughout the week. When I want a blended green soup with fewer ingredients, I turn to my creamy broccoli soup or my bright, fresh asparagus soup; they are both perfect for sipping whenever I want something nutrient-dense, delicious, and satisfying.

Pro-Tip! If you want to give this soup a small boost of protein, add a can of white beans before blending. This will provide a rich, creamy texture and provide a bit of plant-based protein!

Green Detox Soup Ingredients

Here are the simple, nourishing ingredients you’ll need to make this delicious detox soup recipe: nothing fancy, just whole foods that blend together into something really comforting and flavorful.

Bowls with broccoli, coconut oil, and water near kale, zucchini and an onion.

The base: Onion, ginger, and a little jalapeño (if you like heat) create a bold, flavorful base. They add warmth, boost flavor, and support your body during the cold-weather season. A great immunity boost for the body.
Zucchini: While it is a very watery vegetable, it adds a lot of creamy texture to the soup. I don’t recommend skipping the zukes!
Kale: I have tested this recipe using dinosaur kale and curly kale. The result? You would never know the difference. So, as always, use what you have, love, or can find at the grocery store.
Broccoli: A naturally sweet vegetable with a hearty texture. If your stems are tender, toss them in as well (they are delicious).
Vegetable broth: I use veggie broth when I want to keep this soup light and veggie-based, but I have also made it with chicken bone broth. Not only is it delicious, but it’s an easy way to sneak a bit of protein into the recipe (which my 50-year-old self is always trying to do!).
Garlic: I use an entire head and add it at the end, before blending! Yes, this is a lot of garlic. It adds bold flavor and immune-supporting properties.
Herbs: A blend of parsley and cilantro freshens the soup and adds brightness. Add this to the blender after you cook the soup. Fresh herbs are the easiest way to level up any meal you make.

How to Make Green Detox Soup

Note: This is a very simple recipe. Be sure to check out the step-by-step photos below, or scroll down to the recipe card to watch the video or print the recipe for easy reference.

Sautéing onions in a large soup pot. — Heat the oil over medium-high heat, add onion, ginger, jalapeno (if using), and a pinch of salt, and cook until translucent and fragrant.

Kale, zucchini and broccoli cooking in a large pot. — Add in the zucchini, kale, broccoli florets, vegetable broth, and water. Increase the heat and bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, and cook until the broccoli is tender.

Blue lid on a dutch oven. — Turn off the heat, add in apple cider vinegar and garlic, then pop on a lid. Allow the soup to sit until it’s cool enough to handle.

Adding cooked veggies to a blender. — Working in batches, add the soup to a blender along with fresh herbs and a pinch of salt in each batch. Blend until creamy.

Swirling coconut milk in a pot of green detox soup. — Serve, topped with a swirl of coconut milk if desired!

Healthy Home Cook Pro-Tip: It’s very important to let the soup cool to room temperature before blending. Hot soup in a blender is dangerous because it can explode from steam pressure. So let it cool… I promise it’s worth the wait because pureeing the veggies turns all those greens into a creamy, comforting texture without needing cream, butter, or flour. It’s easier to digest and absolutely delish!

Here are some blending tips to keep in mind:

Blend in batches. Hot soup expands when blended, so only fill your blender halfway and work in batches to avoid spills.
Start low, then increase speed. Begin blending on low and gradually increase the speed for a smooth, creamy texture.
Vent the lid. Remove the center cap of the blender lid and cover with a kitchen towel to let steam escape safely.

green detox soup stored in mason jars — I love storing this soup in mason jars, so I have an easy, grab-n-go option for the week

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