Creamy Carrot Soup
Carrot soup is a warm, nourishing delight that wraps you in comfort on chilly days. This creamy, flavorful soup blends fresh carrots with aromatic spices and coconut milk, creating a vibrant bowl of goodness. Perfect as an appetizer or the star of your meal, it’s easy to prepare, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. Enjoy each spoonful filled with nostalgia and warmth as you savor the rich flavors and velvety texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh carrots, peeled and chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients.
- In a large pot over medium heat, warm olive oil. Sauté onions and garlic for 3-5 minutes until golden.
- Add chopped carrots, stirring for another 5 minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes until carrots are tender.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
- Return to low heat, stir in coconut milk, and season with salt, pepper, and cumin to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg