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 up your kitchen and your soul with this delightful Carrot Soup with Thyme and Fennel. Perfectly vegetarian and gluten-free, this comforting dish is not only a feast for the senses but also a healthy choice for any meal. With its vibrant orange hue and aromatic blend of fresh thyme and fennel, this soup is sure to impress your family and friends.

Imagine the sweet, earthy flavor of tender carrots mingling with the subtle anise notes of fennel, all brought together by the rich, buttery base. This recipe is a wonderful way to showcase seasonal produce, making it an ideal starter for a cozy dinner or a satisfying snack on a chilly day. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to prepare, taking just 45 minutes from start to finish!

Whether you’re looking for a light antipasto or a hearty soup to warm your heart, this Carrot Soup is versatile enough to fit any occasion. With only 200 calories per serving, you can indulge without guilt. The creamy texture, achieved by blending the ingredients to perfection, will leave you craving more. So grab your apron and let’s dive into this deliciously wholesome recipe that’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen!

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