Sopa De Cenoura Carrot Soup Portugal
Savor the comforting flavors of Portuguese home cooking with this Sopa de Cenoura, a creamy carrot soup that's as nourishing as it is delicious. Featuring a vibrant blend of sweet carrots, hearty potatoes, and aromatic onions and garlic sautéed in olive oil, this classic dish is simmered in rich vegetable broth for a depth of flavor that's irresistible. Pureed to silky perfection, each spoonful of this warm and satisfying soup delivers wholesome goodness, making it an ideal choice for a cozy meal. Ready in just 45 minutes and topped with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or cilantro for a hint of brightness, this healthy and vegetarian-friendly recipe is perfect as a starter or a light main dish. Serve it with crusty bread for dipping and enjoy a taste of Portugal at your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams carrots
- 200 grams potatoes
- 1 medium onion
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 units garlic cloves
- 1 liter vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and chop the carrots and potatoes into small chunks for quicker cooking.
Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic cloves.
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the chopped carrots and potatoes to the pot, and stir well to coat them with the olive oil and aromatics.
Pour in the vegetable broth, and bring the mixture to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pot, and cook for about 20 minutes, or until the carrots and potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
Use an immersion blender to puree the soup directly in the pot until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup in batches to a blender and blend until smooth, then return it to the pot.
Season the soup with salt and black pepper, stirring to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish each serving with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or cilantro if desired.
Serve hot with crusty bread or as a standalone dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
505 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.6 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2386 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.7 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.5 g | ||
| Protein | 7.1 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 69 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1332 mg | 28% | |
*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.
