Creamy Carrot Ginger Soup
Indulge in a bowl of silky, comforting warmth with this Creamy Carrot Ginger Soup—a perfect blend of health and flavor. Featuring the natural sweetness of tender carrots, the zing of fresh ginger, and the subtle richness of coconut milk, this vibrant soup is as nourishing as it is delicious. Highlighted by aromatic spices like cumin and garlic, each spoonful delivers layers of flavor while remaining velvety smooth, thanks to a quick blending step. Ready in just 40 minutes, this vegan, gluten-free recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or as an elegant starter for entertaining. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and added freshness, and enjoy this wholesome dish that's equally satisfying on a chilly evening or a sunny day.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 medium-sized carrots
- 1 medium-sized onion
- 1 tablespoon (grated) fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cups vegetable stock
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and roughly chop the carrots and onion. Mince the garlic and grate the fresh ginger.
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and ground cumin to the pot. Sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the chopped carrots and vegetable stock to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes, or until the carrots are very tender.
Using an immersion blender or a countertop blender, blend the soup until smooth and creamy. If using a countertop blender, work in batches and be careful with the hot liquid.
Return the blended soup to the pot (if needed) and stir in the coconut milk. Let it simmer gently for 3-5 minutes to combine the flavors.
Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust the consistency with a little more vegetable stock or coconut milk if desired.
Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if using. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
948 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.5 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4920 mg | 214% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 136.7 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.3 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 56.8 g | ||
| Protein | 23.5 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 349 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 3529 mg | 75% | |
*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.
