Description
Carrot Ginger Soup is a smooth, vibrant, and comforting soup with natural sweetness from carrots and a subtle zing from fresh ginger. Perfect for a cozy, healthy meal.
Ingredients
1 lb (450 g) carrots, peeled and chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
1/2 cup coconut milk or heavy cream
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add onions and garlic; sauté until soft and fragrant.
3. Stir in grated ginger and cook for 1 minute.
4. Add chopped carrots and broth; bring to a boil.
5. Reduce heat and simmer 20–25 minutes until carrots are tender.
6. Remove from heat and blend soup using an immersion blender or in batches in a countertop blender until smooth.
7. Stir in coconut milk or cream; season with salt and black pepper.
8. Reheat gently if needed and serve garnished with fresh parsley or chives.
Notes
Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for warm flavor.
Substitute coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
Roast the carrots before blending for deeper sweetness.
Top with roasted pumpkin seeds or croutons for texture.
Adjust cream or broth to achieve desired consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sauté & Simmer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg