Description
Carrot ginger soup is a warm, inviting dish that combines sweet carrots and zesty ginger into a creamy delight. Perfect for chilly evenings or as a quick pick-me-up, this vibrant orange soup is easy to prepare and offers a burst of flavor in every spoonful. Whether enjoyed solo or served at gatherings, it brings comfort and joy with each bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh carrots, chopped (about 8 medium carrots)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add chopped carrots and minced ginger; cook for another 5-7 minutes until slightly softened.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer until carrots are tender (15-20 minutes).
- Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender; if using a regular blender, let cool first.
- Stir in coconut milk and lime juice, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper as desired.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs or sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For extra creaminess, add more coconut milk or use sweet potatoes instead of carrots. Enhance flavors with fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley.
