Carrot and Coriander Cilantro Soup

Warm and velvety, this Carrot and Coriander Cilantro Soup is a vibrant and nourishing dish perfect for cozy lunches or light dinners. Featuring the natural sweetness of tender carrots paired with aromatic ground coriander and fresh cilantro, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between earthy and zesty flavors. The soup is effortlessly prepared in under 40 minutes, beginning with a fragrant base of sautéed onion and garlic, complemented by a splash of olive oil. Blended to silky perfection, it’s finished with a flourish of fresh cilantro for an herbaceous twist. Ideal for those seeking a healthy, vegetarian-friendly soup, this recipe is both heartwarming and packed with nutrient-rich ingredients. Serve it with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete, satisfying meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion
• 2 units garlic cloves
• 500 grams carrots
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 liter vegetable stock
• 30 grams fresh cilantro (coriander leaves)
• 1 to taste salt
• 1 to taste black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic.

Step 2

Peel and slice the carrots into smaller pieces for even cooking.

Step 3

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the ground coriander and cook for another minute to release its aroma.

Step 6

Add the sliced carrots to the pot, stirring to coat them in the onion and spice mixture.

Step 7

Pour the vegetable stock into the pot and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the carrots are tender.

Step 9

Remove the pot from heat and let the soup cool slightly before blending.

Step 10

Using an immersion blender (or a regular blender in batches), blend the soup until smooth.

Step 11

Chop the fresh cilantro and stir it into the soup, reserving a few leaves for garnish if desired.

Step 12

Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 13

Reheat the soup gently if needed and serve hot, garnished with the reserved cilantro leaves.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1713.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	926.5

Total Fat 38.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5090.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 130.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.4g	0%
Total Sugars 45.9g
Protein 25.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 390.9mg	0%
Iron 8.6mg	0%
Potassium 3864.0mg	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: 35.9%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 53.5%