Ingredients
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 medium onion, chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 4 cups carrots, peeled and chopped
– 4 cups vegetable broth
– 1 cup coconut milk (or heavy cream)
– 1 teaspoon ground ginger
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Creamy Carrot Soup is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Heat Oil: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Cook Onion: Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4. Add Carrots: Add the chopped carrots to the pot and stir well.
5. Pour Broth: Pour in the vegetable broth, bringing the mixture to a boil.
6. Simmer: Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the carrots are tender.
7. Blend: Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the mixture to a blender in batches and blend until creamy.
8. Add Coconut Milk: Return the soup to the pot and stir in the coconut milk, ground ginger, and ground cumin.
9. Season: Season with salt and pepper to taste, then heat through for a few minutes.
10. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible soup effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 4g