Carrot Soup with Thyme and Fennel

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
6%
Carrot Soup with Thyme and Fennel
45 min.
4
200kcal

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Warm your soul with a bowl of Carrot Soup with Thyme and Fennel, a delightful and nourishing dish that perfectly marries comforting flavors and health benefits. This vegetarian and gluten-free soup is not just a treat for your taste buds but also a feast for your health, clocking in at just 200 calories per serving. Ideal for a starter, snack, or even as a savory antipasto, it offers versatility for any occasion.

Picture this: the sweet earthiness of fresh carrots, enhanced by the aromatic notes of thyme and the unique, slightly licorice flavor of fennel seeds. Together, they create a fragrant melody that dances through your kitchen, welcoming family and friends to the table. It's the perfect recipe for chilly evenings or when you're simply looking to indulge in something wholesome yet decadent.

The vibrant colors of the ingredients not only brighten your plate but also bring a wealth of nutrients that nourish your body. With its creamy texture that can be easily adjusted to your preference, this soup invites you to explore your culinary creativity. Whether you’re enjoying a quiet dinner at home or impressing guests at a gathering, Carrot Soup with Thyme and Fennel is sure to be a hit that warms both the heart and the palate.

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter ()
  • medium carrots peeled chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon fennel seeds 
  • 0.5 teaspoon thyme sprigs fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove chopped
  • 0.8 cup leek white green chopped ( and pale parts only)
  • cups chicken broth canned ()
  • 0.8 cup onion chopped
  • servings thyme leaves fresh chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • ladle
  • blender

Directions

  1. Melt 1/4 cup butter in large saucepan over medium-low heat.
  2. Add carrots, onion, leek, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon thyme and fennel seeds; stir to coat. Cover; cook until onion is translucent, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes.
  3. Add 5 cups broth. Bring to simmer. Cover partially; simmer until carrots are very tender, stirring occasionally, about 40 minutes. Cool slightly.Working in batches, purée soup in blender. Return to pan. Thin to desired consistency with more broth. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cool slightly. Cover and chill.)
  4. Bring soup to simmer. Ladle into bowls.
  5. Sprinkle with additional thyme.

Nutrition Facts

Calories200kcal
Protein13.8%
Fat57.23%
Carbs28.97%

Properties

Glycemic Index
68.96
Glycemic Load
3.42
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
12.445652194645%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.64mg
Isorhamnetin
1.5mg
Kaempferol
0.79mg
Myricetin
0.09mg
Quercetin
6.26mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:200.04kcal
10%
Fat:13.55g
20.85%
Saturated Fat:7.87g
49.17%
Carbohydrates:15.43g
5.14%
Net Carbohydrates:12.66g
4.6%
Sugar:5.22g
5.8%
Cholesterol:30.5mg
10.17%
Sodium:226.83mg
9.86%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.35g
14.71%
Vitamin A:10883.68IU
217.67%
Vitamin B3:4.79mg
23.95%
Vitamin K:17.03µg
16.22%
Potassium:541.89mg
15.48%
Phosphorus:132.02mg
13.2%
Manganese:0.26mg
13.05%
Vitamin C:10.32mg
12.51%
Copper:0.22mg
11.12%
Fiber:2.77g
11.1%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.63%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.81%
Iron:1.49mg
8.25%
Folate:29µg
7.25%
Calcium:61.35mg
6.14%
Vitamin E:0.89mg
5.95%
Vitamin B12:0.32µg
5.32%
Magnesium:21.08mg
5.27%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.59%
Zinc:0.57mg
3.8%
Vitamin B5:0.26mg
2.56%
Selenium:0.73µg
1.05%
Source:Epicurious