Creamy Ginger Carrot Soup Recipe
A deliciously rich and creamy vegetarian ginger carrot soup made with fresh ginger and carrots. This warming and filling soup is quick and easy to make and is sure to be a hit with all the family.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 15-20 minutes
Serves: 4
Ingredients:
2 Tbs extra virgin olive oil
1 small sweet onion, diced
3-4 cloves garlic, minced
1½ lbs. carrots, diced
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
3 cups vegetable broth, preferably organic
1 Tbs fresh ginger, minced
2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
1/3 cup half & half, room temperature
Directions:
1. Heat olive oil in a large, high-sided skillet over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, carrots, and bell pepper. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables become soft and translucent, approximately 5 minutes.
2. Add vegetable broth, minced ginger, and thyme leaves and stir to combine. Cover and cook until the carrots are fork-tender, approximately 10-15 minutes. Stir once or twice while cooking.
3. Remove from heat and puree mixture with an immersion blender until smooth. (A regular blender or food processor can also be used for this step). Taste and adjust seasonings, as desired.
4. Return to medium heat and add half and half. Stir until barely combined and cook until heated through approximately 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and serve immediately.
