Carrot Soup with Yogurt

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
18%
Carrot Soup with Yogurt
45 min.
8
48kcal

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Carrot Soup with Yogurt: A Healthy, Vegetarian, and Gluten-Free Delight!

Are you in search of a simple, nutritious, and utterly delicious meal that's both vegetarian and gluten-free? Look no further! This Carrot Soup with Yogurt is the perfect answer to your culinary desires. With a blend of vibrant flavors and a smooth, creamy texture, this soup is sure to impress even the most discerning palate.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick weekday lunch or a cozy weekend dinner. It's versatile too, serving as a heartwarming soup, a delightful antipasti option, a refreshing starter, or a satisfying snack. Best of all, it yields eight generous servings, making it an excellent choice for gatherings or to enjoy throughout the week.

Each bowl of this delectable soup contains only 48 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence. The star of the show, baby carrots, provides a sweet and slightly crunchy texture, complemented by the earthy flavor of dark sesame oil and the zing of fresh ginger. The addition of 2% Greek-style plain yogurt not only adds a creamy richness but also balances the flavors beautifully.

Preparing this soup is a breeze with the help of a few essential pieces of equipment: a bowl, a frying pan, a saucepan, and a blender. And don't forget the fresh mint sprigs to garnish, adding a pop of color and an aromatic freshness to every serving.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a budding enthusiast, this Carrot Soup with Yogurt is a recipe you'll want to add to your repertoire. It's a celebration of simple ingredients that come together to create a dish that's as comforting as it is nutritious. So why wait? Let's get cooking and savor the flavors of this delightful soup!

Ingredients

  • pound baby carrots peeled cut into 2-inch pieces
  • teaspoons sesame oil dark
  • cups fat-skimmed beef broth fat-free
  • teaspoon ginger fresh grated peeled
  •  mint leaves fresh
  • 0.5 cup yogurt plain 2% greek-style
  • 0.3 cup shallots sliced ( 1 large)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • blender

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add shallots to pan; cook 2 minutes or until almost tender, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add carrots; cook 4 minutes.
  4. Add broth; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 22 minutes or until tender.
  5. Add ginger; cook 8 minutes or until carrots are very tender. Cover and let stand 5 minutes at room temperature.
  6. Pour half of carrot mixture in a blender.
  7. Remove center piece of blender lid (to allow steam to escape); secure blender lid on blender.
  8. Place a clean towel over opening in blender lid (to avoid splatters). Blend until smooth.
  9. Pour into a large bowl. Repeat procedure with remaining carrot mixture. Return pureed soup to pan; heat over medium heat 2 minutes or until heated.
  10. Spoon soup into small bowls, and top with plain yogurt and fresh mint sprigs.

Nutrition Facts

Calories48kcal
Protein11.82%
Fat30.15%
Carbs58.03%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8
Glycemic Load
0.54
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
7.8739130668666%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.31mg
Hesperetin
0.1mg
Apigenin
0.05mg
Luteolin
0.13mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:48.29kcal
2.41%
Fat:1.69g
2.6%
Saturated Fat:0.48g
3%
Carbohydrates:7.31g
2.44%
Net Carbohydrates:5.27g
1.92%
Sugar:4.28g
4.75%
Cholesterol:1.99mg
0.66%
Sodium:284.9mg
12.39%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.49g
2.98%
Vitamin A:7876.83IU
157.54%
Fiber:2.04g
8.18%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.68%
Potassium:214.79mg
6.14%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.4%
Folate:21.47µg
5.37%
Vitamin K:5.58µg
5.31%
Calcium:45.06mg
4.51%
Phosphorus:43.39mg
4.34%
Iron:0.76mg
4.24%
Copper:0.08mg
4.07%
Vitamin B5:0.39mg
3.88%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.46%
Vitamin B3:0.68mg
3.41%
Vitamin C:2.67mg
3.24%
Selenium:2.22µg
3.17%
Vitamin B12:0.17µg
2.84%
Magnesium:11.05mg
2.76%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.15%
Zinc:0.25mg
1.66%
Source:My Recipes