Slow-Cooker Gingered Carrot Soup

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
11%
Slow-Cooker Gingered Carrot Soup
515 min.
9
126kcal

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Warm up your kitchen and your soul with this delightful Slow-Cooker Gingered Carrot Soup, a perfect blend of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with nutrients, making it an ideal choice for a cozy family dinner or a sophisticated starter for your next gathering.

Imagine the sweet aroma of baby-cut carrots mingling with the zesty notes of fresh ginger and the rich creaminess of whipping cream, all simmering together in your slow cooker. The vibrant orange hue of the soup is as inviting as its taste, promising a comforting experience in every spoonful. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can create a dish that feels indulgent yet is surprisingly light, with only 126 calories per serving.

This soup is versatile enough to serve as an antipasto, a starter, or even a snack, making it a fantastic addition to any meal. Plus, the slow-cooking method allows the flavors to develop beautifully, ensuring that each bite is bursting with warmth and depth. Garnish with a fresh orange quarter and a sprinkle of parsley for a touch of elegance that will impress your guests.

Whether you're looking to nourish your body or simply enjoy a delicious bowl of soup, this Slow-Cooker Gingered Carrot Soup is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. Dive into this culinary adventure and savor the delightful combination of flavors that awaits you!

Ingredients

  • lb baby carrots 
  • cups onion chopped
  • 5.3 cups chicken broth (from two 32-oz cartons)
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup whipping cream 
  • 0.5 cup orange juice 
  • tablespoons brown sugar packed
  • tablespoons ginger grated
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper white
  • slices cranberry-orange relish fresh quartered
  • serving parsley fresh italian

Equipment

  • blender
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Spray 4- to 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In cooker, mix carrots, onions, broth and salt.
  2. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 10 hours.
  3. Pour 4 cups of the soup mixture to blender; add half each of the whipping cream, orange juice, brown sugar, gingerroot and pepper. Cover and blend until smooth; return to cooker. Blend remaining soup mixture with remaining half of ingredients; return to cooker.
  4. Increase heat setting to High. Cover; cook 15 to 20 minutes longer or until hot.
  5. Garnish individual servings with an orange quarter and parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Calories126kcal
Protein7.47%
Fat36.17%
Carbs56.36%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.72
Glycemic Load
1.57
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
11.112608684146%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.02mg
Hesperetin
2.07mg
Naringenin
0.53mg
Apigenin
0.96mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.78mg
Kaempferol
0.24mg
Myricetin
0.09mg
Quercetin
7.26mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:126.38kcal
6.32%
Fat:5.27g
8.11%
Saturated Fat:3.1g
19.4%
Carbohydrates:18.49g
6.16%
Net Carbohydrates:14.84g
5.39%
Sugar:12.49g
13.88%
Cholesterol:17.68mg
5.89%
Sodium:723.1mg
31.44%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.45g
4.9%
Vitamin A:14166.4IU
283.33%
Vitamin C:13.73mg
16.64%
Vitamin K:17.34µg
16.52%
Fiber:3.65g
14.61%
Manganese:0.27mg
13.66%
Potassium:372.72mg
10.65%
Folate:39.99µg
10%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.26%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
8.21%
Copper:0.15mg
7.51%
Iron:1.18mg
6.58%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.17%
Calcium:61.19mg
6.12%
Phosphorus:55.29mg
5.53%
Vitamin B5:0.53mg
5.34%
Vitamin B3:0.99mg
4.96%
Magnesium:18.91mg
4.73%
Selenium:2.11µg
3.02%
Zinc:0.38mg
2.53%
Vitamin D:0.21µg
1.41%
Vitamin E:0.2mg
1.33%