Carrot and Cilantro Soup

Name: Carrot and Cilantro Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 tbsp. olive oil; 1 small onion; 1 tsp. coriander seeds; 1 lb. carrots; 3 c. vegetable stock; 1 bunch fresh cilantro

By James TannerPublished: Apr 24, 2011

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15 mins

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45 mins

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Perfect for any occasion from a spring dinner party to a light lunch, this smooth carrot soup flavored with loads of fresh cilantro and coriander seed is tasty and healthy.

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Directions

1. Step 1In a large, heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add onion and coriander. Reduce heat to low and cook, covered, until onion is softened but not browned, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add carrots. Cook, covered, until softened, 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Step 2In a separate pot, bring stock to a boil. Add onion-carrot mixture and bring back up to a boil. Transfer to a blender or food processor and blend (in batches, if needed) until smooth. Season with sea salt.
3. Step 3To serve, return soup to pot, stir in chopped cilantro, and reheat on low. Ladle soup into warmed bowls and garnish with cilantro.