Carrot Ginger Soup (Printable)

A vibrant, silky soup blending sweet carrots with zesty fresh ginger for a comforting, healthy starter.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
02 - 1 medium onion, chopped
03 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 2.2 pounds carrots, peeled and sliced
05 - 1 medium potato, peeled and diced
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated

→ Liquids

07 - 4 cups vegetable broth
08 - 1 cup water

→ Seasonings & Garnishes

09 - 1 teaspoon salt
10 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
11 - Juice of ½ lemon
12 - Fresh coriander or parsley, chopped for garnish
13 - Coconut cream or yogurt for serving

# Directions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, approximately 4 minutes.
02 - Add minced garlic and grated ginger; cook while stirring frequently for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Stir in sliced carrots and diced potato. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
04 - Pour in vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 20 to 25 minutes until carrots and potato are tender.
05 - Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or transfer in batches to a countertop blender and blend until desired consistency.
06 - Add water to adjust consistency as needed. Stir in lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings to preference.
07 - Ladle soup into bowls. Garnish with fresh coriander or parsley and a swirl of coconut cream or yogurt if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in under an hour, but tastes like you've been tending a pot all day.
  • The ginger sneaks in a brightness that makes you feel less like you're eating comfort food and more like you're doing something good for yourself.
02 -
  • If your soup breaks or looks separated after blending, don't panic—it usually just needs a minute to settle, or a splash of cold water whisked in gently.
  • The lemon juice matters more than you think; it's the difference between a soup that tastes good and one that tastes alive.
03 -
  • Add a tiny pinch of cayenne or a finely chopped chili when you add the ginger if you want warmth that lingers on your lips.
  • If your immersion blender is struggling, add a bit of broth to the pot first to make the job easier and prevent the motor from working too hard.
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