Carrot Thyme Soup
Warm, comforting, and packed with wholesome flavor, this Carrot Thyme Soup is the perfect blend of simplicity and elegance. Made with six earthy, sweet carrots and fragrant fresh thyme, this velvety soup is elevated by a hint of ground cumin and a touch of garlic for depth. A base of rich vegetable broth ties it all together, while an optional swirl of heavy cream adds a luxurious, creamy finish. Ready in just 50 minutes, this one-pot recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or as a show-stopping starter at your next dinner gathering. Garnished with vibrant parsley and served alongside crusty bread, this easy-to-make soup is a nourishing, seasonal delight that's as hearty as it is healthy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 medium carrots
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup heavy cream (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and slice the carrots into thin rounds. Dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until soft and translucent.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the sliced carrots and cook for 5-6 minutes, allowing them to soften slightly while stirring occasionally.
Add the vegetable broth, fresh thyme, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and bring to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the carrots are tender when pierced with a fork.
Remove the pot from heat and allow the soup to cool slightly before blending.
Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or transfer it in batches to a countertop blender to blend. Return the soup to the pot if needed.
If desired, stir in the heavy cream for added richness. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley. Pair with crusty bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1046 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.0 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.0 g | 100% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 4902 mg | 213% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 113.0 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.3 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.1 g | ||
| Protein | 24.0 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 376 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 3241 mg | 69% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
