Sweet Carrot Soup Recipe

Name: Sweet Carrot Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons olive oil; 1 yellow onion, thinly sliced; 1 garlic clove, smashed; 1 inch fresh ginger root, peeled and chopped; 2 pounds organic carrots, peeled and chopped; 1 sprig fresh thyme; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 2 cups fresh carrot juice (or apple or orange juice); 1/3 cup low-fat plain yogurt; 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro, for garnish; 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds, for garnish, optional

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons olive oil
1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
1 garlic clove, smashed
1 inch fresh ginger root, peeled and chopped
2 pounds organic carrots, peeled and chopped
1 sprig fresh thyme
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups fresh carrot juice (or apple or orange juice)
1/3 cup low-fat plain yogurt
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro, for garnish
2 tablespoons sunflower seeds, for garnish, optional

1
Heat 2 TBSP of the olive oil in medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onion; cook until tender (6-8 minutes). Add the garlic and ginger, and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add carrots, thyme, salt and pepper, and enough water to cover, and bring the soup to a boil. Cover loosely and reduce heat to low.
2
Simmer until vegetables are tender (about 30 minutes). Cool slightly. Discard thyme. Puree carrot mixture with an immersion blender until smooth (about 3 minutes). Stir in fresh juice, then reheat soup over a low flame to warm through. Just before serving, taste and adjust salt and pepper; stir in an additional 1-2 TBSP olive oil.
3
Ladle into 4 bowls and garnish each with a dollop of yogurt, a sprinkle of cilantro, and sunflower seeds, if using. Serve warm.
4
MyRecipes is working with Let's Move!, the Partnership for a Healthier America, and USDA's MyPlate to give anyone looking for healthier options access to a trove of recipes that will help them create healthy, tasty plates. For more information about creating a healthy plate, visit
5
.

401

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons olive oil, 1 yellow onion, thinly sliced, 1 garlic clove, smashed, 1 inch fresh ginger root, peeled and chopped, and more.

Yes, Sweet Carrot Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Sweet Carrot Soup

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions