Carrot and Cilantro Soup

Carrot and Cilantro Soup
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    40 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    69

Embrace the warmth of winter with this luscious carrot and cilantro soup, a velvety blend of sweet carrots, bright cilantro, and a whisper of chili heat. Perfect as a comforting main course or an elegant vegetarian starter.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    24 g
  • Cholesterol
    41 mg
  • Fiber
    5 g
  • Protein
    4 g
  • Saturated Fat
    7 g
  • Sodium
    620 mg
  • Sugar
    13 g
  • Fat
    14 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Heat olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, garlic, and chile pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes.

02

Step

Stir in the tomatoes (with their juice), vegetable stock, half of the chopped cilantro, balsamic vinegar, sugar, brown sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Season generously with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

03

Step

Carefully transfer the soup in batches to a blender or food processor (or use an immersion blender). Blend until completely smooth and creamy. Return the soup to the pot and heat through gently.

04

Step

Remove from heat and stir in the heavy cream. Finely chop the remaining cilantro and stir into the soup just before serving.

For a richer flavor, roast the carrots before adding them to the soup. Toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and roast at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
If you prefer a vegan version, substitute the heavy cream with coconut cream or cashew cream for a similar richness.
Adjust the amount of chili pepper to suit your spice preference. For a milder soup, remove the seeds and membranes from the chili before chopping.
Garnish with a swirl of cream, a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, and a drizzle of olive oil for an elegant presentation.

Carmel Schamberger

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.4/ 5 ( 23 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (10)
  • Muriel Schmitt

    The balsamic vinegar adds a lovely depth of flavor.

  • Janick Mantehyatt

    This is my new go-to carrot soup recipe.

  • Kieran Windler

    I used coconut milk to make it vegan and it was still delicious!

  • Gabriella Mccullough

    I found it a little too sweet, so I reduced the amount of sugar.

  • Aurelio Bayer

    This soup is amazing! The cilantro really makes it special.

  • Marge Auer

    So easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner.

  • Keely Lehner

    The chile pepper gives it just the right amount of heat.

  • Stefan Dooley

    I added a little ginger and it was fantastic!

  • Leonardo Goldner

    My family loved this soup! I will definitely make it again.

  • Elisabeth Gleason

    I doubled the recipe and froze half for later.

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