Imagine this: it's a cold winter evening, and you're curled up on your sofa, tucking into a warm bowl of soup. This carrot ginger soup recipe is an easy yet flavorful dish, requiring only five ingredients! It soothes your soul and calms your stomach, all while supplying a hearty dose of nutrients and vitamins. What's not to love?
Keep reading, and we'll share our favorite recipe for carrot ginger soup, plus some other information about these powerhouse ingredients.
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The Story Behind the Recipe
In case you didn't know, we are head-over-heels in love with ginger. Not only do we add it to our favorite meals and go-to beverages, but we've also infused it in a handful of our skincare products. When applied to the skin, ginger is able to reduce redness and fight inflammation, leaving you with a smooth and radiant complexion.
Take, for example, our Sweet Black Tea and Ginger Oil-Free Moisturizer. This lightweight moisturizer helps to hydrate and balance the skin, leaving it glowing and healthy.
We've also added a hint of ginger to our Soothing Island Comfort Green Tea.
Here at JUARA, we are big believers in the power of holistic healing and personal wellness. We believe that your self-care rituals should bring you joy and confidence, no matter how small each step may be. At the center of our philosophy is jamu, an ancient herbal tradition from Indonesia.
Jamu was originally a herbal tonic made with ginger, turmeric, and palm sugar. Over the centuries, it's evolved into a comprehensive approach to health, characterized by positive intentions, wellness rituals, and self-care practices.
Ginger is a key ingredient in jamu rituals. We've also used it in a few other recipes. Take a look at some of our favorite dishes that are made with fresh ginger:
We have a vast collection of other jamu recipes in the book, Jamu Lifestyle: The Indonesian Herbal Wellness Tradition. This book, written by the co-founder of JUARA, Metta Murdaya, is a gorgeous creation that includes traditional stories, healthy recipes, and lively images that illustrate the beauty and power of jamu.
Ingredients You'll Need
Before firing up your stove, you need to collect your ingredients. Luckily, this recipe only takes five ingredients, and you can find all of them at your local grocery store.
You can also add other ingredients, depending on your personal preferences. We recommend adding spices like thyme, garlic, salt, and pepper to make your soup more flavorful.
Here's a quick breakdown of the ingredients you'll need to make this sweet and creamy carrot ginger soup.
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Carrots: Duh! You'll need fresh carrots to make this carrot ginger soup. It's best to buy large carrots rather than baby carrots, as they have more flavor and nutrients. For a smooth soup, peel the carrots.
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Ginger: Ginger is the second primary ingredient for this carrot ginger soup. It provides a powerful punch of flavor and spice. To some, ginger is too strong. However, carrots have a sweet and delicate flavor that helps balance and regulate the sharp taste of ginger. (Ginger also has many health benefits - more on that later!)
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Onion: Onion is another essential ingredient. It adds essential flavor and depth without overpowering the primary ingredients.
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Vegetable broth: Though you may use water, vegetable broth adds some additional richness. If you don't have vegetable broth, you can use chicken broth instead.
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Coconut milk: Coconut milk is what makes this carrot ginger soup creamy and smooth. You may use heavy cream if you do not have coconut milk or another plant-based milk. Coconut milk is a staple in traditional Indonesian cuisine and is rich in fatty acids, electrolytes, and nutrients that help manage weight and sustain energy. (Check out this Coffee & Coconut Creamy Chia Seed Pudding for a delicious and sweet treat made with coconut milk!)
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Olive oil (Optional): Olive oil is optional, but it does add wonderful richness to your carrot ginger soup.
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Spices (Optional): Spices are optional, but they add immense aroma to your carrot ginger soup. We recommend adding spices and herbs like thyme, garlic, and cinnamon. Don't forget to top it with salt and pepper to taste. Add any other spices or herbs that you may like to try!
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Recipe Rundown
Texture: Smooth and creamy.
Taste: Aromatic ginger and roasted carrot with a hint of spice.
Tips: Don't skip roasting your carrots! This will give this dish some extra flavor and depth that can be hard to get elsewhere. It'll make or break your soup!
Recommend?: Yes! This recipe is a fantastic way to spice up a chilly day. It's also a great meal for inflammation or indigestion, as the ginger helps calm the stomach.
Carrot Ginger Soup Recipe
Prep time: 15 mins
Cook time: 45 mins
Total time: 1 hr
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2 lbs carrots, peeled and chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, peeled and minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
- 1/2 cup coconut milk (or heavy cream)
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme (or 4 sprigs fresh thyme)
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- salt, to taste
- pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400F.
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Optional. Toss the chopped carrots with 2 tbsp olive oil and salt and pepper to taste.
- Roast the carrots for 25 to 30 minutes or until tender.
- In the meantime, heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, and saute for 4 to 5 minutes or until soft. Add the garlic, and saute for another 30 seconds or until fragrant.
- Add the carrots, vegetable broth, and thyme.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes or until vegetables are soft, stirring occasionally.
- Puree the soup with a blender or an immersion blender until smooth.
- Return to a simmer, and add the coconut milk, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve.
Health Benefits
The ingredients in this carrot ginger soup have a variety of health benefits. Not only is it a delicious soup, but it's full of vitamins, nutrients, and antioxidants!
Let's break down the health benefits of this wonderful recipe:
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Calms the stomach: Soup is gentle on the stomach and doesn't require your system to overwork to break down its components. Ginger and onion can also promote healthy digestion, reduce bloating, and alleviate nausea.
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Reduces inflammation: Ginger is well-known for its ability to reduce inflammation (which is one of the reasons why it's a key ingredient in our skincare products.) Onion and thyme also have anti-inflammatory properties.
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Promotes eye health: Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, a provitamin A compound that can support eye health. Beta-carotene is also known to enhance skin health.
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Supports immune function: The blend of nutrients, vitamins, and antioxidants in this carrot ginger soup can help boost the immune system. It's a great meal in the middle of flu season or if you feel a cold coming.
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Relaxes the mind: Coconut milk is a calming and soothing drink that can help relax the mind. It also provides energy to prevent fatigue and fight tiredness. Additionally, ginger can help boost cognitive function and reduce stress.
These aren't the only health benefits of carrot ginger soup, but they are a few of the most notable!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Carrot Soup Good for You?
The meaning of "healthy" or "good" can mean different things for different people. This carrot ginger soup is rich in nutrients and loaded with vitamins that help nourish your mind and body. Carrots can support eye health and help with weight loss, ginger can reduce inflammation and relieve indigestion, and garlic has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.
This recipe is definitely a nutrient-dense and highly delicious way to consume a variety of vitamins and antioxidants. So, yes, it is good for you!
Can You Reheat Carrot Ginger Soup?
Yes, you can store this carrot ginger soup and reheat it at a later day. In fact, it's a great recipe to make ahead for meal prep! You can store it in an airtight container for 5 days or freeze it for up to 3 months. To reheat the soup, microwave it until warm. Add more vegetable stock or coconut milk if it's too thick.
Do You Need to Peel Carrots for the Soup?
Not necessarily. Though it is standard to peel carrots before use, you can leave the peel intact. In fact, carrot peels have many nutritional benefits and are rich in vitamin C and niacin. It'll also save you a bit of time. However, you should peel carrots if you want a very smooth consistency.
Can This Carrot Ginger Soup Be Made Vegetarian/Vegan?
Yes! This is a vegan/vegetarian recipe. Be sure to use vegetable stock instead of chicken stock, and use coconut milk instead of heavy cream.
Is This Carrot Ginger Soup Gluten-Free?
Yes! These ingredients, including vegetable stock, are usually gluten-free. However, always double-check the labels of your ingredients to be certain.
What Goes With Carrot Ginger Soup?
Since this ginger carrot soup recipe is lightweight and relaxing, it will go well with another dish that adds depth and calories. We recommend enjoying this wonderful soup alongside a fresh kale salad and crisp bread. Here are some recipes to try:
Why Is My Carrot Ginger Soup Bitter?
This ginger carrot soup recipe is pretty straightforward and relatively simple. However, there are a few reasons why the taste might be off.
Your roasted carrots may be overcooked, which can result in a slightly burnt taste. Be sure to remove your carrots from the oven as soon as they are tender.
You can also try increasing the amount of carrots to help balance the spicy edge of ginger. Use sweetener like honey or maple syrup if it still is too bitter for your liking.
Why Is My Carrot Soup Bland?
You may not have enough spices and seasonings in your carrot and ginger soup! Add salt and pepper, and don't skip the thyme or garlic. In fact, use fresh thyme instead of dried thyme for more flavor.
You can spice things up even more and add cinnamon, oregano, or basil. We always recommend adding extra spices, as they add both flavor and nutrients!
What's the Best Immersion Blender for Soup?
Though you can use a standard blender to puree your soup, it's not a preferable method. For starters, you would need to portion out your soup and puree it in sections. Additionally, you need to let your soup cool before pureeing it.
It can take quite a bit of time and energy to do all of that!
That's why many people use an immersion blender to puree their soup. Here is a list of a few tried and true immersion blenders that will make cooking soup easier and quicker.
The Bottom Line
This carrot ginger soup is a soothing and flavorful dish that is packed with vitamins and loaded with nutrients. It's the best way to treat yourself!
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