Calizo Ginger Carrot Soup

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbs. extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 small sweet onion, diced
  • 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1½ lbs. carrots, diced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
  • 1tsp. Calizo Italian Seasoning
  • Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 3 C. vegetable broth, preferably organic
  • 1 Tbs. fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 tsp. fresh thyme leaves
  • 1/3 C. full-fat coconut milk
Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large, high-sided skillet over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, carrots, and bell pepper. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables become soft and translucent, approximately 5 minutes. 

Step 2

Add vegetable broth, minced ginger, and thyme leaves and stir to combine. Cover and cook until the carrots are fork tender, approximately 10-15 minutes. Stir once or twice while cooking

Step 3

Remove from heat and puree mixture with an immersion blender until smooth. (A regular blender or food processor can also be used for this step). Taste and adjust seasonings, as desired.

Step 4

Return to medium heat and add coconut milk. Stir until barely combined and cook until heated through, approximately 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Godere!