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