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Carrot Coriander Soup Recipe Card

A sweet and delicate flavored soup that is so easy to make.  This Irish inspired dish is very healthy also. 
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Course: Soup
Cuisine: Irish
Keyword: easy soup recipe, puréed soup, Saint Patrick's Day food, vegan, vegetable soup
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 84kcal
Author: Analida Braeger

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 lb. carrots sliced ¼" thick
  • 1 yellow onion medium, sliced
  • 1 garlic clove large, minced
  • ¼ tsp. ground caraway
  • 5 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp. coriander ground
  • ½ cup cilantro chopped
  • 1 dash salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a soup pot on medium heat sauté onions and carrots in olive oil until the onions are translucent. Add the garlic, caraway and ground coriander. Cook for about 5 minutes.
  • Add the vegetable broth and bring to a boil
  • Allow to boil for about 5 minutes. Turn heat down and allow to simmer covered for about 20 minutes.
  • Check carrots for softness. They should break down when pressed with a fork.
  • Using an immersion blender break down the solids moving the blender around to create a smooth texture.
  • When the solids have all broken down, add the chopped cilantro and serve.

Notes

Top Tips

  1. Use an immersion blender to achieve a creamy texture.
  2. If you don't have an immersion blender, use a regular blender in small batches.
  3. Frequently Asked Questions:
  • How long can I save this soup? You can store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
  • Can I freeze this soup? Yes, you must completely cool the soup before freezing. Store in airtight containers for up to one month. For single servings, freeze portions in a muffin tin and pop out the frozen rounds and store in freezer bags.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 84kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Sodium: 838mg | Potassium: 312mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 13185IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 0.6mg