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Spicy Miso Carrot Soup

Cozy Up with Spicy Miso Carrot Soup for a Vegan Delight

A quick and satisfying vegan Spicy Miso Carrot Soup, ready in just 30 minutes and packed with wholesome ingredients.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 4 cups chopped carrots baby carrots are quick to prep
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil substitute with coconut oil for a tropical flair
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 4 cups vegetable broth low-sodium recommended
  • 3 tablespoons miso paste red or white varieties
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce tamari for gluten-free option
  • Sriracha to taste adjust for spice level
  • 1 can coconut milk about 13.5 oz, full-fat recommended
For Seasoning and Garnish
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • chopped green onions for garnish
  • chopped cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Immersion blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Spicy Miso Carrot Soup
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat for about 1-2 minutes until shimmering.
  2. Add 1 diced medium onion to the pot and sauté for 5-7 minutes until translucent and fragrant. Toss in 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon of freshly grated ginger, cooking for an additional minute.
  3. Incorporate 4 cups of chopped carrots into the pot, stirring frequently for another 5 minutes until softened.
  4. Pour in 4 cups of vegetable broth and increase heat to bring to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
  5. Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender, or in batches with a regular blender until velvety.
  6. Dissolve 3 tablespoons of miso paste with a ladle of hot soup in a small bowl, then add back to the pot on low heat.
  7. Stir in 1 can of coconut milk and 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, adjusting with Sriracha to your taste.
  8. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Serve in bowls and garnish with chopped green onions and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 7gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Avoid boiling the soup after adding miso to preserve its probiotics. You can add more broth for desired consistency or prep vegetables ahead of time for quicker cooking.

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