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Leila Moreau

Easy Golden Carrot Ginger Vegetable Soup

This vibrant, velvety soup features carrots, ginger, and coconut milk for a warming, 30-minute one-pot meal. Naturally creamy and dairy-free, it’s quick, comforting, and full of flavor with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Soup
Cuisine: Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Vegan
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive or coconut oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, sliced
  • 1–2 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
  • 1½ lb carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric or 1 tbsp red curry paste (optional)
  • 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 (13.5 oz) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 1–2 tbsp lime or lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Garnish: cilantro, microgreens, pumpkin seeds, chili flakes

Equipment

  • soup pot or Dutch oven
  • immersion or countertop blender
  • cutting board and knife
  • measuring spoons and cups
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Warm oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and a pinch of salt; sauté for 3–4 minutes until translucent. Add garlic and ginger; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Stir in sliced carrots and turmeric or curry paste; cook for 30 seconds to coat and bloom spices.
  3. Pour in vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook uncovered for 12–15 minutes, or until carrots are tender.
  4. Remove from heat. Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or in batches with a countertop blender.
  5. Stir in coconut milk and lime or lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust consistency with broth if needed.
  6. Ladle into bowls and garnish with cilantro, microgreens, pumpkin seeds, or chili flakes as desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 480mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 4gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 18000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Blend in cooked rice or white beans for extra creaminess without cream. Garnish with chili oil, cilantro, or pumpkin seeds for flavor and crunch. Freezes well and reheats smoothly—ideal for batch cooking.

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