Description
Carrot Orange Ginger Soup is a vibrant and nutritious dish that beautifully combines the sweetness of carrots and oranges with the warmth of ginger. This comforting soup offers a delightful balance of flavors, making it perfect for cozy gatherings or as a healthy lunch option. With its bright color and enticing aroma, each bowl serves not just as a meal but also as a warm embrace for your taste buds. Easy to prepare, it can be customized to suit your pantry staples while providing essential vitamins and minerals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups chopped carrots (about 5 medium carrots)
- 2 large fresh oranges (juiced)
- 2 tsp fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Peel and chop the carrots into small pieces. Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the onions until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in the chopped carrots and cook for an additional 3 minutes until combined.
- Pour in the vegetable broth, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to simmer for about 15 minutes, or until carrots are tender.
- Add freshly squeezed orange juice and coconut milk; stir well.
- Blend the mixture using an immersion blender until smooth or transfer to a regular blender to achieve desired consistency.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 202
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg