Five-Color Vegetable Soup

Why people make this soup

In Chinese tradition, the five colors of food are said to nourish the five organ systems, so Nourilo likes to fill the pot with as many colors as he can. This one skips meat entirely yet still tastes rich and sweet, because the mushrooms add natural savory depth. It is the kind of light, refreshing soup people reach for when they want to eat well without feeling heavy.