Carrot Soup with Orange Zest

Name: Carrot Soup with Orange Zest
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: Haute cuisine
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 small onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 large carrots, peeled and chopped; 2 sprigs Andean mint; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon orange zest; 4 cups vegetable stock; Salt and pepper to taste

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30 minTotal time

IntermediateDifficulty

220kcal / serving

Ingredients

For 1 serving

servings

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 large carrots, peeled and chopped
2 sprigs Andean mint
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon orange zest
4 cups vegetable stock
Salt and pepper to taste

Ingredient substitutions

Andean mint Fresh spearmint in a similar amount; its flavor is a close mint-family match.
Extra virgin olive oil Regular olive oil.
Vegetable stock Water with a modest amount of salt, though the soup will taste less savory.
Orange zest A small amount of finely grated lemon zest for a different but similarly bright citrus note.

Nutrition per serving

Estimated values for 1 serving, 220 kcal

Protein4 g

Carbohydrates28 g

Fat11 g

Fiber 6 g · Sugar 12 g · Sodium 650 mg

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A sophisticated haute cuisine recipe that combines the sweetness of carrots with the floral notes of orange zest. The addition of cinnamon makes for a delicious and interesting combination.

Soup Haute cuisine

Steps

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add onion, garlic and carrots, sauté for 5 minutes until vegetables soften.
Stir in mint, cinnamon, orange zest and stock, bring to a boil.
Reduce to low heat, simmer for 15 minutes.
Blend until desired consistency is achieved.
Taste and season with salt and pepper.

Tips for Carrot Soup with Orange Zest

A smooth soup should look glossy and pour in a steady ribbon; blend longer for a silkier finish.
Use a blender in batches if needed, and vent the lid so steam can escape; hot liquid can build pressure.
The cinnamon and orange are aromatic accents: too much can overwhelm the carrots, so keep seasoning restrained.