Carrot Soup with Star Anise

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
5%
Carrot Soup with Star Anise
45 min.
8
112kcal

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If you're looking for a comforting and unique dish to warm your soul, look no further than this enchanting Carrot Soup with Star Anise. This delightful recipe showcases an array of vibrant baby carrots, enhanced by the aromatic notes of star anise and fresh thyme, creating a symphony of flavors that will surely impress your taste buds. Not only is this soup a delicious vegetarian option, but it's also gluten-free, making it a wholesome choice for anyone at your table.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this dish packs a punch of flavor while remaining light and healthy, with each serving containing just 112 calories. Perfect as a starter, a midday snack, or a light antipasto, this carrot soup embodies versatility. The star anise adds an unexpected twist, elevating the natural sweetness of the carrots and giving the soup a subtle yet intriguing warmth. Imagine ladling this vibrant orange goodness into bowls, garnishing with a sprinkle of finely ground star anise that not only enhances the aesthetic but also the taste!

Gather your loved ones around the table and serve this comforting bowl of goodness as an inviting prelude to your meal or as a nourishing snack on a chilly day. Savor each spoonful and let the flavors transport you to a cozy culinary escape. With just a handful of simple ingredients and easy preparation, you'll find yourself reaching for this recipe time and again, making it a staple in your kitchen repertoire!

Ingredients

  • pound baby carrots peeled
  • small bay leaves 
  • tablespoons butter 
  • large garlic clove chopped
  • cups chicken broth 
  • 1.5 cups onion chopped
  • large thyme sprigs fresh
  •  star anise whole divided

Equipment

  • bowl
  • ladle
  • pot
  • blender

Directions

  1. Melt butter in large pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Add onion, thyme, 3 star anise, bay leaves, and garlic. Sauté until onion softens, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add carrots and broth. Bring to boil. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until carrots are very tender, about 30 minutes.
  4. Remove and discard thyme sprigs, star anise, and bay leaves. Working in small batches, puree soup in blender until very smooth; return to same pot. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cool slightly, cover, and chill. Rewarm over low heat before continuing.)
  5. Finely grind remaining star anise in spice mill or coffee grinder. Ladle soup into bowls.
  6. Sprinkle with ground star anise.
  7. *Brown, star-shaped seedpods; available at some supermarkets, Asian markets, and specialty foods stores.

Nutrition Facts

Calories112kcal
Protein12.26%
Fat39.88%
Carbs47.86%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.63
Glycemic Load
0.7
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
10.790869536607%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.35mg
Isorhamnetin
1.5mg
Kaempferol
0.2mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
6.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:111.71kcal
5.59%
Fat:5.26g
8.09%
Saturated Fat:2.96g
18.48%
Carbohydrates:14.2g
4.73%
Net Carbohydrates:10.19g
3.71%
Sugar:6.83g
7.59%
Cholesterol:11.29mg
3.76%
Sodium:159.04mg
6.92%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.64g
7.28%
Vitamin A:15808.55IU
316.17%
Fiber:4.01g
16.04%
Potassium:430.5mg
12.3%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.28%
Vitamin B3:2.32mg
11.6%
Vitamin K:11.15µg
10.62%
Copper:0.2mg
9.82%
Iron:1.7mg
9.44%
Folate:36.93µg
9.23%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
8.94%
Phosphorus:81.26mg
8.13%
Vitamin C:6.63mg
8.04%
Calcium:57.13mg
5.71%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.41%
Vitamin B5:0.51mg
5.08%
Magnesium:18.01mg
4.5%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.42%
Zinc:0.42mg
2.79%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.12%
Selenium:1.31µg
1.87%
Source:Epicurious