Sweet Carrot Soup

Ingredients (makes 4-6 servings):

  • 1 tablespoon virgin coconut oil

  • 2 cups sweet onion (chopped)

  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)

  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (minced)

  • 2 tablespoons red curry paste

  • 5 cups vegetable broth

  • 1/4 cup almond butter

  • 3 cups carrots (peeled and chopped small)

  • 3 cups sweet potato (peeled and chopped small)

  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

  • 1/2 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper

  • Optional toppings: greek yogurt, sprinkling of nuts or seeds

Directions:

  1. In a large pot combine the: coconut oil, onions, garlic, ginger and sauce for 5 mins. Stir in Curry paste.

  2. Whisk together the almond butter with some of the broth till smooth. Add almond butter and remaining vegetable stock to pot. Add carrots, sweet potatoes, salt, pepper and cayenne. Stir until combined and bring to a boil.

  3. Once boiling reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minuets or until vegetables are cooked.

  4. Blend the ingredients in a Vitamix to form a smooth, soup like consistency.

  5. Enjoy right away or keep in the fridge for a week.

Recipe inspired by Oh She Glows.