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Fennel Carrot Soup

Creamy Fennel Carrot Soup for a Cozy Night In

Enjoy a delicious bowl of Fennel Carrot Soup, a comforting and healthy dish perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tbsp Butter Use olive oil for a vegan option.
  • 1 tbsp Fennel Seeds Toasted for enhanced flavor.
  • 1.5 lbs Carrots Consider mixed root vegetables for variation.
  • 1 medium Sweet Potato Substitute with butternut squash if desired.
  • 1 medium Apple Granny Smith works well.
  • 3 cans Vegetable Broth 14.5 oz each, opt for low-sodium.
  • 2 tbsp Long Grain Rice Can be replaced with quinoa.
For Flavor and Seasoning
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf Discard before blending.
  • 1/4 tsp Curry Powder Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Lime juice is a suitable alternative.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 tsp White Pepper Adjust to taste.
For Garnishing
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley Minced, cilantro can be substituted.

Equipment

  • large saucepan
  • Blender

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes until slightly golden.
  2. Toast fennel seeds in the melted butter for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.
  3. Sauté carrots, sweet potato, and apple for 5 minutes until tender.
  4. Add vegetable broth, rice, bay leaf, and curry powder; bring to a gentle boil for 5 minutes.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  6. Cool slightly, discard bay leaf, and blend soup until smooth.
  7. Stir in lemon juice, salt, and white pepper; heat over medium-low for 5 minutes.
  8. Serve in bowls and garnish with minced parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Consider adding coconut milk for extra creaminess and flavor adjustments after blending.

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