Vegan Creamy Carrot Soup

Dive into a bowl of comforting, vibrant flavors with this Vegan Creamy Carrot Soup—a plant-based delight that’s as nutritious as it is satisfying. Made with sweet carrots, velvety coconut milk, and a hint of warming spices like cumin, coriander, and fresh ginger, this soup achieves the perfect balance of creamy and aromatic. The addition of maple syrup lends a subtle touch of natural sweetness, while a garnish of fresh cilantro brightens every spoonful. Ready in just 45 minutes, this wholesome recipe is perfect for a cozy meal, whether you're meal-prepping or serving it as an elegant appetizer. Completely dairy-free and gluten-free, this smooth carrot soup is an irresistible choice for vegans and non-vegans alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, chopped yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 6 cups chopped carrots
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup chopped for garnish fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pot, sauté for 5 minutes until the onion is translucent.

Step 3

Add the chopped carrots to the pot and cook for 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes, until the carrots are tender.

Step 5

Stir in the coconut milk, ground cumin, ground coriander, grated ginger, maple syrup, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup to a standing blender in batches, and blend until smooth.

Step 8

Return the blended soup to the pot, adjusting the seasoning with more salt and pepper if necessary.

Step 9

Reheat the soup gently, if needed, before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2079.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1120.3

Total Fat 39.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5147.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 178.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.2g	0%
Total Sugars 83.0g
Protein 26.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 465.8mg	0%
Iron 9.8mg	0%
Potassium 4528.6mg	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: 30.2%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 60.9%