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Spicy Miso Carrot Soup

Delicious Spicy Miso Carrot Soup for a Cozy Night In

This Spicy Miso Carrot Soup is a comforting, nourishing vegan dish perfect for cozy nights, ready in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 4 cups chopped carrots substitute with sweet potatoes or pumpkin for a different flavor profile
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or coconut oil coconut oil adds a tropical touch
  • 1 medium onion any variety works, or use baby carrots for convenience
  • 3 cloves garlic freshly minced is best
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 4 cups vegetable broth opt for low-sodium
Umami Kick
  • 3 tablespoons miso paste choose red or white miso
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari tamari is gluten-free
  • to taste sriracha adjust according to spice preference
Creaminess & Garnish
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk full-fat works best
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • green onions for garnish
  • cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • immersion blender

Method
 

Making the Soup
  1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 5–7 minutes until translucent.
  2. Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the pot and cook for another minute.
  3. Stir in chopped carrots and cook for an additional 5 minutes until they start to soften.
  4. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Cover the pot and cook for 15–20 minutes until carrots are fork-tender.
  5. Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender.
  6. Mix miso paste with a ladle of hot soup until dissolved and stir back into the pot.
  7. Add coconut milk and soy sauce or tamari, stir and let simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
  8. Season with salt, pepper, and optional sriracha to taste.
  9. Serve in bowls and garnish with sliced green onions and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store leftover soup in an airtight container for up to 5 days. It also freezes well for up to 3 months.

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