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Roasted Carrot and Ginger Soup Recipe

Creamy, wholesome roasted carrot and ginger soup that’s naturally sweet, warming, and full of comforting depth — perfect for cozy winter evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Roasting & Blending 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner, LUNCH, Soup
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food, Vegetarian
Calories: 95
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds carrots Peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks
  • 4–5 tablespoons olive oil For roasting and sautéing
  • 3 tablespoons fresh ginger Minced or grated
  • 1 medium onion Chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic Minced
  • 6 cups vegetable broth Or chicken broth for non-vegetarian
  • salt & black pepper To taste
  • 1 cup coconut milk or heavy cream Optional, for a silky texture
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin Optional, for warmth
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric Optional, anti-inflammatory
  • 2–3 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary Optional, for aroma
  • ½ whole orange (juice) To brighten flavor

Equipment

  • 1 Baking sheet Lined with parchment paper for roasting carrots
  • 1 Large pot (4–5 qt) For simmering and blending soup
  • 1 Chef's knife For chopping carrots and aromatics
  • 1 Cutting board Sturdy, for safe chopping
  • 1 Immersion blender For blending the soup smooth
  • 1 Fine-mesh strainer (optional) For extra silky texture

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Toss carrots with olive oil, salt, and pepper; roast for 25–30 minutes until caramelized.
  3. In a pot, heat olive oil and sauté onions for 5 minutes until translucent.
  4. Add garlic and ginger, cook 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Stir in cumin and turmeric if using, cook 30 seconds.
  6. Add roasted carrots and broth, bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes.
  7. Blend with an immersion blender until smooth and creamy.
  8. Stir in coconut milk or cream; adjust salt, pepper, and orange juice to taste.

Notes

  • Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.