Description
A delicious and nutritious tomato-carrot soup rich in antioxidants and vitamins, perfect for boosting your immune system.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups tomatoes (fresh or canned)
- 2 cups carrots, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh herbs (basil or parsley), for garnish
- 1/2 cup cream or coconut milk (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Wash and chop the tomatoes, carrots, and onion. Mince the garlic.
- Sauté the Aromatics: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat, add onions and sauté until translucent, then add garlic and sauté for 1 more minute.
- Add the Vegetables: Stir in chopped tomatoes and carrots, cooking for about 5 minutes.
- Pour in the Broth: Add vegetable broth, stir well, then bring to gentle boil and reduce to simmer.
- Season the Soup: Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Blend and Simmer: After 20 minutes, use an immersion blender to puree until smooth, or blend half for a chunkier texture.
- Add Cream: If using, stir in cream or coconut milk and simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Serve Hot: Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs and a drizzle of olive oil.
Notes
Serve with whole-grain bread or as a side with a salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: tomato soup, carrot soup, healthy soup, vegan recipes, immune boosting soup, antioxidant rich
