Spiced Carrot and Cilantro Delight
Indulge in this sumptuous Spiced Carrot and Cilantro Delight, a warming soup bursting with flavor. The carrots are enriched with a blend of aromatic spices like cumin, cardamom, and coriander, creating a delightful balance of warmth and earthiness. Perfect for cozy lunches or as a refreshing chilled dish during the summer heat, this soup is both comforting and invigorating. Fresh cilantro adds a vibrant touch, elevating the soup to a whole new level of deliciousness. Enjoy it as a nutritious single course or paired with crusty bread for a complete meal.
4
Servings
100
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Cooking spray
as needed (for greasing the pan)
Onion
1 (peeled and finely chopped)
Ground cumin
1 teaspoon (ground)
Ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon (ground)
Mild chili powder
1/4 teaspoon
Cardamom seeds
1/4 teaspoon (crushed)
Garlic cloves
2 (peeled and crushed)
Carrots
1 1/3 lbs (peeled and roughly chopped)
Salt
to taste
Black pepper
to taste (freshly ground)
Cilantro leaves
8 tablespoons (finely chopped)
Instructions
1
Spray a large non-stick saucepan with cooking spray and place it over medium heat.
2
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened and translucent.
3
Stir in the ground cumin, ground coriander, chili powder, crushed cardamom seeds, and crushed garlic, and continue to cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4
Add the roughly chopped carrots and pour in 3.5 cups of water, stirring to combine.
5
Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover and reduce to a simmer. Cook gently for 25-30 minutes, or until the carrots are tender.
6
Season the soup with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Allow it to cool slightly.
7
Transfer the soup to a food processor and blend until smooth and creamy.
8
Return the blended soup to the saucepan and reheat gently over low heat, stirring occasionally.
9
To serve, ladle the soup into four warmed bowls, stir in the chopped cilantro, and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
1g
Fat
20g
Carbs
2.5g
Protein
3.75g
Fiber
7g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spiced Carrot and Cilantro Delight?
It is a warming, sumptuous soup made with carrots, aromatic spices like cumin and cardamom, and fresh cilantro.
Is this carrot soup recipe vegan?
Yes, based on the ingredients and tags, this recipe is vegan-friendly.
How many calories are in one serving?
There are 100 calories per serving.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe makes 4 servings.
What are the primary spices used in this soup?
The main spices are ground cumin, ground coriander, mild chili powder, and crushed cardamom seeds.
How many carrots are needed?
You will need 1 1/3 lbs of carrots, peeled and roughly chopped.
Can this soup be served cold?
Yes, it can be served as a warming dish for lunch or as a refreshing chilled dish during the summer.
How much fat is in this recipe?
There is 1g of fat per serving.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving contains 2.5g of protein.
How much fiber does this soup provide?
It provides 3.75g of fiber per serving.
What is the total carbohydrate count?
There are 20g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much sugar is in the Spiced Carrot and Cilantro Delight?
There are 7g of sugar per serving.
What equipment is needed to achieve a creamy texture?
You will need a food processor to blend the cooked ingredients until smooth.
How much fresh cilantro is used?
The recipe calls for 8 tablespoons of finely chopped cilantro leaves.
How much water should be added to the carrots?
You should add 3.5 cups of water.
How long should the carrots simmer?
The carrots should simmer for 25-30 minutes until tender.
Is there any garlic in this recipe?
Yes, it includes 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed.
How is the onion prepared?
One onion should be peeled and finely chopped, then sauteed until softened.
What type of saucepan is recommended?
A large non-stick saucepan is recommended.
What should I pair this soup with?
It pairs well with crusty bread for a complete meal.
What are the specific tags for this recipe?
Tags include soup, carrot, cilantro, vegan, healthy, spiced, warm, lunch, snack, and comfort food.
Does this recipe use oil?
It uses cooking spray instead of liquid oil to keep it low in fat.
How much ground cumin is required?
The recipe requires 1 teaspoon of ground cumin.
How much cardamom is used?
It uses 1/4 teaspoon of crushed cardamom seeds.
What kind of chili powder is used?
The recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon of mild chili powder.
When should the cilantro be added?
The cilantro should be stirred in just before serving in the individual bowls.
Is salt and pepper included?
Yes, salt and freshly ground black pepper are added to taste before blending.
What is the category of this dish?
This dish is categorized under Lunch/Snacks.
How long do you saute the spices?
The spices and garlic are cooked for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
What is the recipe ID?
The unique ID for this recipe is spiced-carrot-and-cilantro-delight.