Carrot and Coriander Soup
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Vegan Gluten-free British

Carrot and Coriander Soup

A smooth British-style soup of sweet carrots, gently softened onion, and bright coriander, finished with lemon for balance. It is simple enough for a weeknight yet refined enough for a light dinner-party starter.

45 min 4 servings Medium
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How to prepare

1
Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent but not browned.
2
Add the carrots, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper. Stir for 2 minutes, coating the vegetables in the spice until the coriander smells warm and fragrant.
3
Pour in the hot vegetable stock and add the coriander stems. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer uncovered for 18 to 22 minutes, until a knife slides easily into the thickest carrot pieces.
4
Remove the pan from the heat and discard the coriander stems. Add the coriander leaves and remaining olive oil, then blend with an immersion blender until completely smooth and glossy.
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5
Stir in the lemon juice. Taste and adjust the salt, pepper, or lemon until the soup is sweet, savory, and lightly bright; loosen with a little hot water if needed.
6
Ladle the soup into warmed bowls and finish with the reserved coriander leaves and a few drops of olive oil. Serve immediately while steaming hot.
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Why this recipe works

Sweating the onion and carrot before adding stock concentrates their sweetness, while ground coriander deepens the spice profile and fresh coriander plus lemon keep the blended soup lively rather than heavy.

Storage and reheating

How to store it

Cool the soup promptly, refrigerate in a covered container for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Leave space in containers for expansion when freezing.

How to reheat it

Reheat gently in a saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until steaming hot throughout. Do not repeatedly boil, as the soup may lose its fresh coriander flavor.

Nutrition / serving

163kcal
2.95 gprotein
23.00 gcarbs
7.58 gfat
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Published 13 Aug 2026 · updated 14 Aug 2026

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