Carrot Soup with Ginger

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped
• ½ teaspoon sea salt
• 3 garlic cloves, smashed
• 1 pound carrots, roughly chopped
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• Freshly ground black pepper
• Coconut milk for garnish, optional
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup, optional

Instructions

1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions, salt and pepper and cook until softened, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes.  
2. Add the smashed garlic cloves and carrots to the pot and cook 8 more minutes, stirring occasionally.  
3. Stir in the ginger, apple cider vinegar, and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes. 
4. Let cool slightly and transfer to a blender. Blend until smooth. If your soup is too thick, add a little water. If you would like your soup a little sweeter, add maple syrup. 
5. Serve with a drizzle of coconut milk, if desired.  

Adapted from www.loveandlemons.com