‘Brassicapomme’ translated simply means broccoli and apple. ‘Brassica’ is the family name given to vegetables that are usually green and have flowery heads on a thick stalk. ‘Pomme’ is French for apple.

This recipe calls for Granny Smith Apples which are crisp, firm and juicy. They have a rich green skin and a distinctively bitter-sweet flavor which makes them excellent for cooking. Here’s an interesting fact, a lack of green foods in the diet mean constant battles with weight and low-energy levels. Green plant foods unlock fat metabolism and restore energy, creating the perfect environment that achieves optimum health. This soup will boost your green intake, give it a go. It’s quick, easy and can be served hot or cold.