Soothing Carrot Ginger Soup

Now that the weather is cooler, I have been making soup almost every night. This is one of my favorites because this one delicious recipe gives you a choice of two delicious soups!

It so fast and easy, you can have homemade healthy soup in just 30 minutes!




Thick Carrot Ginger Puree With Fresh Rosemary

 



 Clear Warming Broth Topped With Scallions



This recipe can be served as a broth or pureed for a soothing creamier soup. What could be better?; Both versions are low in calories, low in fat, and taste great!

As a broth, it is perfect for when its cold outside, or when you are feeling a litttle under the weather. It is  is soothing, light, and nutritious. The concentration of carrots and parsnips give it a slightly sweet taste.

It can also be made into a creamy outrageous puree by just processing the broth in the blender. Personally, I like it best this way. I like to top it off with a sprig of fresh rosemary and a little handful of fresh thyme from my herb garden. Yum!

Is it healthy? You bet ! Carrots are full of beta carotene which converts to Vitamin A, the fresh ginger is bursting with health protecting antioxidants,  the onion has quercetin which boosts immunity, and parsnips provide minerals and potassium. This is an easy, yet healthy soup that the whole family will love.


Ingredients
8 cups water
1 medium onion, diced
8 organic carrots, sliced
2 TBSP olive oil
1 large parsnip, cut into 6 large pieces ( cut down the middle and then cut in threes)
1/2 cup parsley
1/4 cup grated fresh ginger
1 ball of Asian style rice noodles
3 scallions, chopped for garnish
Salt or cinnamon to taste

Directions

Bring 8 cups water to a boil, turn off heat and set aside. Saute carrots, onions and ginger in a dutch oven in 2 TBSP olive oil. Stir frequently. Add boiling water, parsley, parsnip and bring to a boil and then turn down to a simmer cooking slowly with lid until carrots are tender. Add 1 ball of Asian rice noodles and cook until noodle is separated and soft ( about 3-4 minutes). Add salt and pepper if desired and garnish with sliced scallions.

  

Saute Vegetables

Add Water and Cook Until Carrots Are Soft



Add Asian Rice Noodles During Last 5 Minutes

Version 1:  Vegetable Soup with rice noodles; add a dash  of cinnamon or allspice for a sweet taste or add salt for a more savory taste.


Version 2:  Add a little salt and puree soup in blender! Yum...

Either way, this recipe makes a great soup!

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