Vegetarian Thanksgiving Soup with Carrots, Ginger, and Coconut

Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 55 min
Servings: 4
Yield: 4 servings

Description

Carrots, ginger, coconut, and herbs bring comforting flavor to this vegetarian soup that's perfect for Thanksgiving if you need a break from the traditional turkey.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 large carrots, peeled and chopped
4 cloves garlic, smashed
4 cups vegetable broth
1/4 cup Italian parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
3 sprigs fresh thyme
2 sprigs fresh sage, leaves finely chopped
1/2 cup coconut cream
1/4 cup coconut milk
1/2 cup pesto
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 cup sour cream

Directions

1 Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, salt, and pepper. Saute, stirring occasionally, until onion is soft, 8 to 10 minutes. Add carrots and smashed garlic; saute for 5 to 7 minutes.
2 Stir in broth, parsley, ginger, thyme, and sage. Reduce to a simmer and cook until carrots are soft, about 30 minutes.
3 Remove the sprigs of thyme with a fork or spatula. Transfer soup to a blender and blend until smooth.
4 Return soup to the pot. Add coconut cream, coconut milk, pesto, and maple syrup; let simmer for 10 minutes.
5 Ladle into serving bowls and add a dollop of sour cream to each bowl.