1 Blender or Immersion Blender (optional for a smooth texture)
1 Large Pot
1 Wooden Spoon (for stirring)
Ingredients
1tablespoonolive oil
1small onion chopped
3clovesgarlic minced
1-inchpiece fresh ginger grated
1teaspoonground turmeric or 1-inch fresh turmeric, grated
1teaspooncumin
1/2teaspoonblack pepper
4cupsvegetable broth
1medium carrot diced
1medium sweet potato peeled and cubed
1/2cupcoconut milk
Salt to taste
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
Stir in garlic, ginger, turmeric, cumin, and black pepper. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add vegetable broth, diced carrot, and sweet potato. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes until vegetables are tender.
For a creamy texture, blend the soup using an immersion blender or transfer to a regular blender and puree until smooth.
Stir in coconut milk and season with salt. Simmer for another 2 minutes.
Remove from heat, add lemon juice, and garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley before serving.
Notes
For extra protein, add cooked lentils or chickpeas. This soup is naturally anti-inflammatory and best enjoyed warm to soothe digestion and support immunity.