Creamy Spicy Carrot Soup
Warm up with a bowl of Creamy Spicy Carrot Soup, a vibrant blend of velvety carrots, zesty spices, and rich coconut milk that creates a perfect balance of heat and creaminess. This easy-to-make recipe combines the earthy sweetness of carrots with aromatic cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika, while a touch of red pepper flakes adds just the right amount of spice. Fresh ginger and lime juice lend a refreshing zing, making every spoonful irresistibly flavorful. Ready in just 45 minutes, this dairy-free and vegan soup is perfect for weeknight dinners or an elegant starter. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, it’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Serve it with crusty bread for a cozy, satisfying meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large (chopped) yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon (grated) fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 pounds (peeled and chopped) carrots
- 4 cups vegetable stock
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) fresh cilantro
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
Stir in the garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes. Stir to coat the onions in the spices.
Add the chopped carrots and mix well with the spices and aromatics.
Pour in the vegetable stock and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the carrots are tender.
Remove the pot from heat and blend the soup until smooth, using an immersion blender or transferring it to a countertop blender in batches.
Stir in the coconut milk, salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Return the pot to low heat and warm the soup through without boiling.
Taste and adjust the seasoning as necessary.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and an optional drizzle of coconut milk.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1227 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.5 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5302 mg | 231% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 203.1 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 41.8 g | 149% | |
| Total Sugars | 91.1 g | ||
| Protein | 28.7 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 553 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 5399 mg | 115% | |
*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.
