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Spicy Sesame Carrot Soup

Spicy Sesame Carrot Soup – Your Creamy Vegan Comfort Bowl

A warm and creamy Spicy Sesame Carrot Soup that brings comfort with its rich, vegan ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 tsp Cumin Seeds Adds warm, earthy flavor.
  • 1 tsp Coriander Seeds Provides citrusy notes.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil For sautéing.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Chopped.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 2 inches Ginger Peeled and minced.
For the Veggies and Protein
  • 1.5 lbs Carrots Scrubbed and chopped.
  • 0.5 cup Split Red Lentils Rinsed.
For the Aromatics and Flavor Boost
  • 1 tsp Ground Chillies/Chili Flakes Adjust to taste.
  • Sea Salt & Ground Black Pepper To taste.
  • 5 cups Vegetable Stock Can replace with water.
  • 0.25 cup Tahini For creaminess.
  • 1.5 tsp Toasted Sesame Oil Adds toasted flavor.
  • 1 tsp Tamari Soy Sauce Offers umami depth.
  • 2 tsp Lemon/Lime Juice For brightness.

Equipment

  • Large soup pot
  • immersion blender

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Toast cumin and coriander seeds for about 1 minute until aromatic. Grind into a fine powder.
  2. Sauté chopped onion in olive oil for 7-8 minutes until soft and translucent.
  3. Mix in the freshly ground spices and ground chilies. Cook for another minute.
  4. Add minced garlic and ginger, stirring for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Stir in chopped carrots and rinsed lentils, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Pour in vegetable stock and bring to a boil. Lower heat and simmer for about 30 minutes.
  7. Blend the soup in batches, adding tahini and toasted sesame oil until smooth.
  8. Return blended soup to pot, bring to boil, and stir in lemon or lime juice. Adjust seasoning before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 7gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 18000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 6 months. Adjust seasoning after reheating.

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