Description
This Carrot Ginger Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for any day. The combination of sweet carrots, spicy ginger, and savory onions creates a deliciously warming soup that is both nutritious and satisfying.
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 onion, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp ginger, minced (see notes)
- 1.1 lb carrots, roughly chopped
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- ¼ cup coconut milk (optional)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (or lime juice)
- 1 tsp maple syrup (optional)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat a large pot with oil. Add onion, garlic, and ginger, sauté for 5 minutes. Add carrots, sauté for another 3 minutes while stirring occasionally.
- Simmer: Pour in the vegetable broth, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Blend: Puree the soup until smooth using a blender or immersion blender. Optionally, add coconut milk for creaminess. Adjust consistency with water if desired.
- Season: Season with lemon juice, maple syrup, salt, and pepper. Garnish with coconut milk and toasted sunflower seeds.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of ginger based on your preference for spiciness.
- For a richer soup, add a dollop of dairy-free cream or cashew cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering, Blending
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Carrot Ginger Soup, Carrot Soup, Ginger Soup, Healthy Soup Recipe
