Today’s roasted carrot soup recipe comes from one of the most important people in my life, my sister Elizabeth. For months, my sister Elizabeth told me about a roasted carrot soup recipe that had become one of her go-tos. “You’d really like it,” she said. Like turned out to be an understatement. This is the best carrot soup recipe I’ve ever tried (it’s right up there with this Broccoli Cauliflower Soup and Curried Carrot Soup).
How to Make Roasted Carrot Soup
This creamy roasted carrot soup is unassuming, yet outstanding. Sitting quietly in its bowl, this roasted carrot soup appears simple (like this Crockpot Tomato Soup) and unassuming, and, while it is incredibly easy to prepare, its flavor is anything but basic.
The Ingredients
Carrots. The trick to the rich, almost intoxicating taste of this simple carrot soup is roasting the carrots which enhances their flavor and makes them super sweet.Onions + Garlic. Roast in the oven with the carrots until deeply caramelized, sweet, and tender.Cumin. Added to the carrots prior to roasting for a little extra kick.Whole Canned Tomatoes. Add body, richness, and another layer of veggie-riffic flavor.Greek Yogurt. Gives the soup a light tang that balances the sweetness of the roasted carrots and onions and creates a smooth, velvety texture. The yogurt’s high protein content makes the Roasted Carrot Soup more filling too.
The Directions
Storage Tips
To Store. Leftover Roasted Carrot Soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.To Freeze. This easy carrot soup may be frozen for up to 3 months. Let thaw in the refrigerator overnight before warming.To Reheat. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave. Make sure to warm slowly and gently to prevent the yogurt from curdling.
How to Serve This Carrot Soup
While this Roasted Carrot Soup makes a lovely light lunch on its own, here are a few ideas of what you could serve with it:
Vegetables. Most often, I top mine with leftover roasted veggies like these Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Garlic or Tahini Roasted Carrots.Chickpeas. I love adding roasted chickpeas to this soup.Chicken. Use this post on How to Cook Shredded Chicken, and top your soup with some chicken.Grilled Cheese. For a larger meal, this soup is delicious served alongside Air Fryer Grilled Cheese.
Recommended Tools to Make Roasted Carrot Soup
One full batch of this soup just fits inside this high-powered blender. This is another excellent blender for the price.You can also blend the soup directly in the pot by using an immersion blender (it’s perfect for this Acorn Squash Soup too).Is a food processor more your style? I love this one.
Thanks, sis! I owe you a soup recipe. How about this Spicy Butternut Squash Soup?
