Easy and Creamy Carrot Soup
A rich, creamy, and naturally sweet carrot soup that’s easy to make and bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
- 3 large carrots peeled and chopped
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- ½ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon grated fresh ginger or ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ cup heavy cream or coconut milk
- Fresh parsley or mint for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté the aromatics: In a large pot, heat the olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Add the carrots and spices: Stir in the chopped carrots, cumin, ginger, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to let the spices bloom.
- Pour in the broth: Add the vegetable broth and bring the soup to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the carrots are completely tender.
- Blend until smooth: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until completely smooth. Alternatively, blend in batches using a high-speed blender.
- Stir in the cream or coconut milk: For a silky finish, add the cream and blend again until fully combined.
- Adjust seasoning and serve: Taste the soup and adjust the salt and pepper if needed. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley or mint.