Description
Carrot and Coriander Soup is a smooth, flavorful, and nourishing soup that blends the natural sweetness of carrots with the warmth of coriander. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s a comforting, healthy meal perfect for any day of the week.
Ingredients
800 g (1.76 lb) carrots, peeled and cut into small chunks
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 litre hot vegetable stock
1 tsp ground coriander
1 large handful of fresh coriander, chopped
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Place the carrots, onion, garlic, stock, ground coriander, salt, and pepper into a large saucepan.
- Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat and cook for about 20 minutes, until the carrots are tender.
- Add most of the chopped fresh coriander, reserving a little for garnish.
- Blend the soup using a stick blender until smooth and creamy. Add a splash more stock if needed for desired consistency.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with the remaining fresh coriander.
- Serve hot with crusty bread or buttered rolls.
Notes
Add chili flakes for a spicy kick or a splash of coconut milk for extra creaminess.
Roast the carrots and onion first for deeper flavor.
Stir in cooked lentils for added protein.
Fresh parsley or mint can replace or complement the coriander.
Store in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmered and blended
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 300 ml)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
