Carrot Ginger Soup

Carrot Ginger Soup

Nutritional Highlights

Carrots contain vitamin A, an antioxidant that supports great vision.

Even though they aren't a bright color, white vegetables like garlic and onions are also rich in antioxidants.

Servings: 6

Directions

• Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat, and saute onion, garlic, and ginger for about 5 minutes.

• Add carrots, potato, stock, and salt and bring to a boil.

• Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook 20 minutes or until carrots are tender.

• Puree soup with immersion blender, or in batches in a blender.

• Stir in light coconut milk and lemon juice.

• Season with salt and pepper, to taste.Ladle into bowls and garnish with dash of cayenne, cilantro, and pepitas.

Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp olive oil

• 1 medium sweet onion, chopped (about 1 cup)

• 3 cloves garlic, smashed

• 1 lb carrots, roughly chopped (about 5-6 large)

• 1 small potato, peeled, diced

• 2 Tbsp grated fresh ginger

• 1 qt low-sodium chicken or vegetable stock

• 1 tsp salt

• 1 cup light coconut milk

• 2 tsp lemon juice

• Cayenne, cilantro, and pepitas to garnish