Carrot and Ginger Soup
Carrot and Ginger Soup is a warm, nourishing dish that brings comfort on chilly evenings. This vibrant and creamy soup features the natural sweetness of fresh carrots combined with zesty ginger, creating a delightful flavor profile that’s both satisfying and nutritious. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a cozy appetizer, this recipe is sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in chopped carrots and grated ginger; cook until softened slightly, about 5 minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes until the carrots are tender.
- Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or by transferring batches to a traditional blender.
- Stir in coconut milk and warm through without boiling. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional coconut milk or fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg