Creamy Carrot Soup
Creamy carrot soup is a delightful and comforting dish that has the power to warm both body and soul. As the chill of autumn settles in and winter approaches, there’s nothing quite like a steaming bowl of this velvety, orange-hued soup to provide a sense of warmth and nourishment.
Carrots, with their natural sweetness and earthy flavors, take center stage in this soup, while a touch of cream or a creamy substitute adds a luscious and satisfying texture. Whether you’re a seasoned soup enthusiast or someone seeking a delicious and healthy way to embrace the colder seasons, join us as we delve into the world of creamy carrot soup, exploring its rich history, ingredients, and some mouthwatering variations that will have you eager to get cooking.
Creamy Carrot Soup
This soup is loaded with carrots, onion, and a few surprising ingredients that come together to create the most savory soup of the season. So, if there is a bag of carrots in your fridge, it’s time for you to make this creamy carrot soup! It’s the perfect lunch or light dinner, or dish to serve when you are craving comfort food full of nutrients too.
The addition of sweet potato creates a creamier soup, and a little extra flavor. While some carrot soup recipes may require roasting, that is not required for this recipe, making it easier to make and creates less mess to clean up (win win).
Carrot Soup Ingredients & Benefits
Making this is already on a list of things to do, I know, but sharing the key ingredients and benefits will make you add these ingredients to your shopping list today. Anything to help protect our heart, skin, brain, and immune system will be essential this time of year, as the seasons change and the sickness starts to spread.
Carrot
Growing up I always heard my grandma say that carrots are good for your eyes, which they are, but they have several other benefits too. The vitamin A in carrots help boost our immune system. They also help protect against heart disease and lowers cholesterol.
Sweet Potato
The potassium found in sweet potatoes is great for regulating muscle contraction and metabolizing carbohydrates. They also have a decent amount of fiber and protein, which is beneficial in keeping you feeling full longer.
Onion
While the flavor from onion adds the perfect pairing to other vegetables, they are also very nutritious. The anti-inflammatory properties reduce high blood pressure. It also naturally acts as a blood thinner, preventing blood from clotting. There are also antibacterial properties, which fight off infections, like the cold and flu.
Cumin
This flavorful spice, not only gives an incredible taste to your food, it also works as an antioxidant. These antioxidants can help prevent things like cancer, heart disease, and high blood pressure.
Chicken Broth
This simple, yet flavor packed broth, is full of essential nutrients that are great to add to your food. While being low in calories and fat, it is high in protein, vitamins, and minerals. Collagen and amino acids are found in chicken broth, to help with digestion, joint health, and immune health.
Coconut Milk
As this adds a more creamy texture, it also provides benefits for all. Is is high in healthy fat (which everyone needs), fiber, vitamins, and electrolytes. Coconut milk also prevents heart disease, anemia, strengthens bones, and improves the immune system.
Now that we’ve gone through a few of the key ingredients in the Creamy Carrot Soup, I hope that they benefits make you want to make this even more. Especially this time of year, fall and winter, it’s a great time to fill our bodies with all the nutrients and benefits we can all use.
How to Make Creamy Carrot Soup
- In a large pot, saute butter, onions, celery, cumin and garlic until soft. This typically takes about 6-8 minutes.
- Add sweet potato, carrots and chicken broth to the sautéed veggies and spices.
- Bring to a boil and simmer until carrots and sweet potato are cooked through. This will take 20-25 minutes.
- Remove from heat and add to a blender or immersion blender to puree.
- Return to pot and add coconut milk, lime, maple syrup, salt & pepper.
- Simmer for about 5 minutes, then serve with additional toppings.
Creamy Carrot Soup
Print RecipeIngredients
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 1 celery rib chopped
- 1 medium sweet potato chopped
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic minced
- 2 lbs carrots diced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup coconut milk
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 4 tbsp maple syrup
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Saute butter, onions, celery, cumin and garlic until soft.
- Add sweet potato, carrots and chicken broth.
- Bring to a boil and simmer until carrots and sweet potato are cooked through.
- Remove from heat and puree with blender or immersion blender.
- Return to pot.
- Add coconut milk, lime, maple syrup, salt & pepper.
- Serve it up & enjoy!
Notes
This creamy carrot soup is a delicious and comforting dish that embodies the essence of comfort food while providing a healthy dose of nutrients. Whether enjoyed as a warming appetizer, a hearty lunch, or a light dinner, its velvety texture and sweet, earthy flavor make it a culinary delight that’s perfect for all seasons.
So, the next time you’re in the mood for a bowl of homemade goodness, consider whipping up a pot of creamy carrot soup – it’s a simple, nourishing, and utterly satisfying culinary experience that will have your taste buds singing and your soul content.
Bon appétit!
