Carrot tomato soup

 Carrot tomato soup is a healthy and delicious soup that combines the sweetness of carrots with the tangy flavor of tomatoes. It's a comforting and nutritious choice for a light meal or as a starter. Here's a simple recipe for carrot tomato soup:

How to prepare. 

Carrot tomato soup

Ingredients:

➤4-5 medium-sized carrots, peeled and chopped

➤4-5 ripe tomatoes, chopped

➤1 onion, chopped

➤3-4 cloves of garlic, minced

➤1-inch piece of fresh ginger, grated

➤2 cups vegetable broth or water

➤2 tablespoons olive oil or butter

➤1/2 teaspoon dried basil or oregano (optional)

➤Salt and black pepper, to taste

➤Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish (optional)

➤1/2 cup of heavy cream or coconut milk (optional, for a creamy texture)

Instructions:

1. Sauté the aromatics:

➤In a large pot, heat the olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic,      and grated ginger. Sauté until the onions turn translucent and the mixture becomes fragrant.

2. Add carrots and tomatoes:

➤Add the chopped carrots and tomatoes to the pot. Sauté for a few minutes until the vegetables start to     soften.

3. Season and simmer:

➤Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste. If desired, add dried basil or oregano for additional      flavor. Stir to combine.

➤Pour in the vegetable broth or water, and bring the mixture to a boil. Once it boils, reduce the heat to      low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until the carrots are tender.

4. Blend the soup:

➤Use an immersion blender to carefully blend the soup directly in the pot until it becomes smooth and     creamy. Alternatively, transfer the soup to a blender in batches and blend until smooth. Be cautious          with hot liquids.

5. Check the consistency:

➤If the soup is too thick for your liking, you can add more vegetable broth or water to achieve your          desired consistency.

6. Add cream (optional):

➤If you prefer a creamy texture, you can add heavy cream or coconut milk at this stage and stir to              combine. This step is optional but adds a lovely richness to the soup.

7. Heat through:

➤Heat the soup on low heat for an additional 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

8. Garnish and serve:

➤Ladle the carrot tomato soup into bowls. If desired, garnish with fresh basil or parsley.

Serve the carrot tomato soup hot with crusty bread or a side salad for a delightful and comforting meal. Enjoy!