The Martlet

Sneezes and sniffles and vaccines, oh my!

Flu season is in full swing and, with people dropping faster than cash on hand sanitizer, what’s a poor vegan to do?

Packed with antioxidants, vitamin C and even natural antibiotics (thank you, garlic), this soup will make you feel better in no time — without the traditional chicken recipe.

Snuggle up with sweaters, blankets and human heaters and prepare yourself for the chill-fighting powers of this simple soup.

Sicky Noodle Soup

15 ml (1 tbsp) olive oil
1 small onion
3 cloves garlic
2 medium carrots, sliced
1 zucchini, sliced
1 red or green pepper, sliced
2 cubes tempeh, cubed
5 ml (1 tsp) basil
5 ml (1 tsp) cumin
2 ml (1/2 tsp) sage
1 ml (1/4 tsp) pepper
1,250 ml (5 cups) vegetable broth
125 ml (1/2 cup) noodles

1. Over medium heat, sauté onion and garlic in oil until soft and golden.

2. Add carrots, zucchini, pepper and tempeh. Sauté until just softened.

3. Add spices and broth. Cover, and bring to a light boil.

4. Add noodles and boil until noodles are cooked through. Serve as is, or with a side.

5. Feel better.