Savory Carrot and Mushroom Soup with Ginger

Carrots and mushrooms create a perfect balance of sweetness and umami, making them ideal for simple, healthy dishes. This carrot and mushroom recipe showcases how these two ingredients can complement each other beautifully, resulting in a comforting and nutritious soup.

Delicious Carrot and Mushroom Soup Recipe

This savory soup features tender carrots and earthy mushrooms, enhanced with the warmth of ginger. It is easy to prepare and takes about 40 minutes from start to finish, serving 4 people.

Ingredients

• 4 medium carrots, peeled and diced
• 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced (such as cremini or button)
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari (optional)
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Prep the Ingredients: Peel and dice the carrots, chop the onion, and mince the garlic and ginger.
2. Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger, and sauté until the onion is translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
3. Cook the Vegetables: Add the diced carrots and sliced mushrooms to the pot. Sauté for another 5-7 minutes until the mushrooms are tender.
4. Add Broth: Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the carrots are soft.
5. Blend the Soup: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or transfer it in batches to a blender. For a chunkier texture, leave some carrot and mushroom pieces intact.
6. Season: Stir in the soy sauce or tamari if using, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 4 bowls
• Calories: 180kcal
• Fat: 7g
• Protein: 4g
• Carbohydrates: 25g