Slow-Simmered Carrot and Ginger Broth Soup

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-30 · Updated 2026-04-30

A gentle, warming soup with sweet carrots and fresh ginger simmered to bring out deep, comforting flavors. This mediterranean-inspired soups (vegetarian, gluten free) ready in about 55 minutes pairs carrots, fresh ginger, yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 4 cups chopped carrots
• 2 tbsp grated fresh ginger
• 1 medium diced yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 2 tbsp chopped for garnish fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 medium diced yellow onion and 3 minced garlic cloves, sauté for 4-5 minutes until the onion softens and becomes translucent.
2. Step 2: Stir in 4 cups chopped carrots and 2 tbsp grated fresh ginger, cooking for 2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Pour in 6 cups vegetable broth, add 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, then bring the mixture to a boil.
4. Step 4: Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, or until the carrots are very tender.
5. Step 5: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth and creamy. Stir in 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice for brightness.
6. Step 6: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.