Description
Carrot Orange Ginger Soup is a vibrant, nourishing dish that warms the soul with every spoonful. This delightful soup blends the sweetness of fresh carrots, the zesty brightness of oranges, and the spicy warmth of ginger, creating an explosion of flavor that’s perfect for chilly days or as an impressive starter at dinner parties. Easy to prepare and packed with nutrients, this soup is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 medium juicy oranges, juiced (about 1 cup)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion until soft and translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add chopped carrots and minced ginger; cook for an additional 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 20 minutes or until carrots are tender.
- Blend mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or standard blender (blend half for texture if preferred).
- Stir in orange juice and coconut milk; simmer on low heat for another 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg