Carrot Apple Ginger Soup
This vibrant Carrot Apple Ginger Soup bridges the gap between nutrition and comfort, offering a velvety texture that soothes the soul while providing essential nutrients. The combination of sweet carrots, crisp apples, and zesty ginger creates an immune-boosting meal perfect for autumn evenings.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 45 minutes mins
Course Appetizer, Main Course, Soup
Cuisine Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 195 kcal
Vegetables and Fruits
- 2 pounds carrots about 8-10 medium, peeled and chopped
- 2 large sweet apples Honeycrisp or Gala preferred, cored and diced
- 1 medium yellow onion chopped
- 3 tablespoons fresh ginger grated, adjust according to preference
- 2 cloves garlic minced
Liquids and Oils
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cups vegetable broth low-sodium works best
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
Seasonings
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Optional Garnishes
- toasted pumpkin seeds
- fresh chives chopped
- coconut cream for swirling on top
Thoroughly wash, peel, and chop all vegetables and fruits. Aim for roughly equal-sized pieces of carrots and apples (approximately 1-inch chunks) to ensure even cooking.
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
Add the chopped carrots and apples to the pot, stirring to coat them with the aromatic oil mixture. Cook for approximately 5 minutes.
Pour in the vegetable broth, making sure all ingredients are submerged. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and add cinnamon and nutmeg. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Cover and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until carrots are fork-tender.
Once vegetables are tender, remove the pot from heat and allow to cool slightly. Using an immersion blender, carefully purée the soup until completely smooth.
Stir in the coconut milk and gently heat the soup through without boiling. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Serve hot with optional garnishes of toasted pumpkin seeds, fresh chives, or a swirl of coconut cream.
- The soup flavors often deepen and improve after 24 hours.
- For a lower calorie version, replace coconut milk with almond milk.
- Butternut squash can replace half the carrots for a deeper autumn flavor.
- Pears work beautifully instead of apples for a slightly different sweetness profile.
- Ground ginger (1 tablespoon) can substitute fresh in a pinch, though the bright flavor will be slightly muted.
- For an anti-inflammatory boost, double the ginger and add 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric.
Calories: 195kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 2.5gFat: 10gSodium: 350mgFiber: 6gSugar: 16g
Keyword Carrot Soup, Apple Soup, Ginger Soup, Immune-Boosting, Fall Soup, Healthy Soup