Carrot and Orange Soup
Brighten Up Your Day with Carrot and Orange Soup! 🥕🍊
Looking for a vibrant, healthy, and incredibly flavorful soup? Our Carrot and Orange Soup is a Mediterranean delight that’s perfect as a starter or a light entree. This soup is packed with vitamins, naturally sweet, and surprisingly easy to make. The combination of earthy carrots and zesty orange creates a harmonious blend that will tantalize your taste buds.
This recipe is a celebration of simple ingredients, allowing the natural flavors to shine through. It’s a fantastic way to get your daily dose of vegetables and enjoy a comforting meal, especially during cooler months. But don’t let the season limit you – this soup is delicious year-round!
What makes this soup special?
- Flavor Fusion: The sweet and tangy orange perfectly complements the earthy sweetness of the carrots.
- Healthy & Nutritious: Packed with Vitamin C, beta-carotene, and fiber.
- Easy to Make: Requires minimal effort and readily available ingredients.
- Versatile: Enjoy it as a starter, a light lunch, or a comforting dinner.
Tips for the Perfect Soup:
- Quality Carrots: Use fresh, vibrant carrots for the best flavor and color.
- Fresh Orange Juice: While bottled juice can work, freshly squeezed orange juice elevates the taste significantly.
- Simmer, Don’t Boil: Simmering the soup allows the flavors to meld together without becoming bitter.
- Blend Until Smooth: For a velvety texture, blend the soup until completely smooth.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Can I make this soup vegan?
A: Absolutely! This recipe is naturally vegan. Just ensure your vegetable stock is also vegan.
Q: Can I add other vegetables?
A: Yes! Feel free to experiment with other root vegetables like sweet potatoes or parsnips. A touch of ginger can also add a lovely warmth.
Q: Can I freeze this soup?
A: Yes, this soup freezes beautifully. Allow it to cool completely before transferring it to airtight containers. It will keep in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Q: What can I serve with this soup?
A: Crusty bread for dipping is always a great choice. You could also pair it with a fresh salad or a grilled cheese sandwich.
We hope you enjoy this delightful Carrot and Orange Soup as much as we do! Let us know in the comments how it turns out for you.
Carrot and Orange Soup
Ingredients
- 1 large onion
- 8 carrots
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 orange Zest and juice
- 1 litre vegetable stock
Instructions
- Peel and chop the onion into small pieces. Peel the garlic and cut into small slices.
- Peel the carrots and chop into bits.
- Add the olive oil to a pan and warm. Add the onion and garlic and cook gently until soft.
- Zest the orange using a grater and add the carrots and zest to a pan with the onions.
- Cook for a further ten minutes stirring gently then add the stock to the pan.
- Bring to a simmer, cover with a lid and cook for about 45 minutes until the carrots are really soft.
- Add the mixture to a food processor and blend until the soup is smooth.
- Put back in the pan and add the juice from the orange. Season with black pepper to taste.
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