Barbara's Creamy Carrot Bisque

Indulge in the velvety richness of Barbara’s Creamy Carrot Bisque, a comforting soup that transforms humble carrots into a gourmet delight. This easy-to-make recipe combines sweet, earthy carrots with aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and paprika for a flavor-packed experience. Sautéed onions, celery, and garlic form a savory base, while a splash of heavy cream adds luxurious smoothness. Whether you blend it to perfection with an immersion blender or use a countertop blender for an ultra-silky texture, this bisque is a warm, vibrant meal perfect for cozy evenings. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, it’s a stunning dish that pairs beautifully with a crusty loaf of bread. Ready in just 45 minutes, it's a quick yet impressive option for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 medium, peeled and chopped carrots
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 1 chopped celery stalk
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 cups vegetable stock
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional garnish) fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, heat the unsalted butter and olive oil over medium heat until the butter is melted.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and chopped celery to the pot. Sauté for 5 minutes or until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the peeled and chopped carrots to the pot, along with the ground cumin, ground coriander, and paprika. Stir well to coat the carrots in the spices.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable stock. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 20 minutes or until the carrots are tender.

Step 6

Remove the pot from heat. Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, work in batches to blend the soup in a countertop blender.

Step 7

Return the soup to low heat. Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Heat the bisque gently, ensuring it does not boil, for 2-3 minutes until warmed through.

Step 9

Ladle the creamy carrot bisque into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1673.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1334.7

Total Fat 88.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 182mg	0%
Sodium 4962.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 113.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.1g	0%
Total Sugars 38.3g
Protein 23.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 376.9mg	0%
Iron 9.3mg	0%
Potassium 3429.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.1%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 33.8%