Moroccan Carrot Soup

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Popular
Health score
7%
Moroccan Carrot Soup
40 min.
4
174kcal

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Welcome to a culinary journey that transports you straight to the vibrant streets of Morocco with this delightful Moroccan Carrot Soup! This vegetarian and gluten-free dish is not only a feast for the senses but also a wholesome option for anyone looking to indulge in a healthy yet flavorful meal. With its rich, warm spices and the natural sweetness of carrots, this soup is a perfect starter or snack that will leave you craving more.

In just 40 minutes, you can create a comforting bowl of goodness that serves four people, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or cozy nights in. The combination of cumin seeds, allspice, and a hint of honey elevates the humble carrot to new heights, while the creamy yogurt drizzle adds a luscious finish that balances the flavors beautifully.

Not only is this soup popular among food enthusiasts, but it also boasts a modest calorie count of 174 kcal per serving, allowing you to enjoy a guilt-free indulgence. Whether you're serving it as an antipasti or as a warm starter, this Moroccan Carrot Soup is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds. So grab your apron and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter ()
  • pound carrots peeled cut into 1/2-inch dice ( 2 2/3 cups)
  • 1.5 teaspoons cumin seeds 
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground allspice 
  • tablespoon honey 
  • teaspoon juice of lemon fresh
  • 2.5 cups chicken broth 
  • 0.5 cup yogurt plain
  • cup onion white chopped

Equipment

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

Directions

  1. Melt butter in large saucepan over medium-highheat.
  2. Add onion; sauté 2 minutes.
  3. Mixin carrots.
  4. Add broth; bring to boil. Reduceheat, cover, and simmer until carrots arevery tender, about 20 minutes.
  5. Stir cumin seeds in small skillet overmedium-high heat until fragrant, 4 to 5minutes; cool. Finely grind in spice mill.
  6. Remove soup from heat. Puree inbatches in blender until smooth. Return tosame pan.
  7. Whisk in honey, lemon juice, andallspice. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Ladle soup into bowls.
  9. Drizzle yogurtover; sprinkle generously with cumin.
  10. Per serving: 154.7 kcal calories,42.1 % calories from fat,7.2 g fat,4.5 g saturated fat,22.1 mg cholesterol,18.7 g carbohydrates,3.
  11. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories174kcal
Protein12.33%
Fat39%
Carbs48.67%

Properties

Glycemic Index
53.78
Glycemic Load
6.97
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
12.750434837264%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.06mg
Hesperetin
0.18mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.13mg
Isorhamnetin
2mg
Kaempferol
0.53mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
8.36mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:174.18kcal
8.71%
Fat:8.04g
12.38%
Saturated Fat:4.57g
28.57%
Carbohydrates:22.59g
7.53%
Net Carbohydrates:18.63g
6.77%
Sugar:13.05g
14.5%
Cholesterol:19.03mg
6.34%
Sodium:184.72mg
8.03%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.72g
11.45%
Vitamin A:19160.27IU
383.21%
Potassium:615.35mg
17.58%
Vitamin B3:3.25mg
16.26%
Fiber:3.96g
15.85%
Vitamin K:15.72µg
14.97%
Phosphorus:130.44mg
13.04%
Vitamin C:10.4mg
12.6%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.31%
Vitamin B6:0.23mg
11.72%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.08%
Calcium:99.04mg
9.9%
Folate:31.95µg
7.99%
Copper:0.15mg
7.68%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.17%
Iron:1.28mg
7.09%
Magnesium:25.91mg
6.48%
Vitamin E:0.96mg
6.43%
Vitamin B5:0.49mg
4.91%
Zinc:0.72mg
4.82%
Vitamin B12:0.27µg
4.55%
Selenium:1.14µg
1.63%
Source:Epicurious