Ingredients
Vegetables
- 2 pounds carrots, peeled and chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
Liquids & Oils
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- ½ cup coconut milk or heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
Spices & Seasonings
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Garnish
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat and roast carrots: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the peeled and chopped carrots with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Spread them out on a baking sheet and roast for 30 to 35 minutes until they are tender and lightly caramelized, which helps to enhance their natural sweetness.
- Sauté aromatics: While the carrots roast, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes until it softens and becomes translucent.
- Add garlic and ginger: Stir in the minced garlic and grated fresh ginger, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant to release their flavors without burning.
- Combine ingredients and simmer: Add the roasted carrots to the pot along with the vegetable broth, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and let it cook gently for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
- Blend the soup: Use an immersion blender directly in the pot or transfer the mixture to a blender, and process until the soup is smooth and creamy.
- Finish soup with cream and acid: Stir in the coconut milk or heavy cream for richness and the lemon juice or apple cider vinegar for a bright balance. Heat gently just until warmed through, avoiding boiling to preserve freshness.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro for a fresh herbal note.
Notes
- For extra depth, add a pinch of turmeric or curry powder to the soup during simmering.
- Coconut milk keeps the soup dairy-free and adds a luscious creaminess.
- The soup thickens as it cools—thin with additional broth when reheating if needed.
- This soup freezes well for up to 3 months, making it perfect for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Global
- Diet: Vegan