Description
Carrot and coriander soup is a delightful blend of sweet carrots and fresh coriander, offering a warm hug in a bowl. This comforting dish is perfect for chilly evenings, boasting a vibrant orange hue that will brighten any table. Easy to prepare, this soup makes an ideal weeknight meal or impressive appetizer for gatherings. With just the right balance of flavors, it’s sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups chopped carrots (about 1 lb)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup fresh coriander leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your veggies by peeling and chopping the carrots into small pieces. Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion and garlic until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add chopped carrots and vegetable broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until carrots are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to a blender or use an immersion blender to puree until smooth.
- Stir in chopped coriander leaves and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra coriander leaves or a drizzle of olive oil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg