Candice Kumai's Day-Off Diet Cleansing Parsnip and Leek Soup

extra-virgin olive oil

yellow onion, finely diced

garlic cloves, minced

leeks, white and light green parts only, halved and sliced into 1⁄4-inch half-moons

ground cumin

medium parsnips, or two, large, peeled and cut on the diagonal into 1⁄2-inch slices

peeled and grated fresh ginger

curry powder, optional

low-sodium chicken stock (or use vegetable broth to make vegan)

organic quinoa or rice pasta, optional

shredded kale leaves (tough stems removed)

sea salt

raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar