Carrot Ginger Soup (Printable Version)

Vibrant, silky blend of sweet carrots and zesty ginger. Ready in 45 minutes for a comforting, healthy bowl.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
02 - 1 medium onion, chopped
03 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 2.2 lbs 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 (as needed)

→ Seasonings & Garnishes

09 - 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
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 (optional, for serving)

# Steps:

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

# Expert Insights:

01 -
  • Vibrant color and silky smooth texture.
  • Naturally vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free.
  • Zesty fresh ginger provides a comforting, healthy kick.
  • Ready in just 45 minutes with simple ingredients.
02 -
  • Sauté the onions until they are truly translucent to build a sweet flavor base.
  • Freshly grated ginger provides a much better aromatic profile than dried ground ginger.
  • Always check your broth labels to ensure the dish remains strictly vegan or gluten-free.
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