Carrot soup
Carrot soup is a delicious and nutritious soup made primarily with carrots as the main ingredient. It is usually blended to a smooth consistency and can be seasoned with various herbs and spices to enhance its flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 pound carrots peeled and chopped
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- pinch ground cumin (optional)
- ginger for extra flavor, (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until they are softened and fragrant.
- Add the chopped carrots to the pot and sauté for a few minutes to enhance their flavor.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the carrots are tender.
- Using an immersion blender or regular blender, purée the soup until smooth. Be careful when blending hot liquids.
- Season the soup with salt, pepper, and any additional spices you like such as cumin or ginger.
- Serve the carrot soup hot, garnished with a drizzle of cream or a sprinkle of fresh herbs if desired.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 102kcal (5%)Carbohydrates: 17g (6%)Protein: 1g (2%)Fat: 4g (6%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 1020mg (44%)Potassium: 409mg (12%)Fiber: 4g (17%)Sugar: 9g (10%)Vitamin A: 19446IU (389%)Vitamin C: 9mg (11%)Calcium: 46mg (5%)Iron: 0.4mg (2%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
