Description
This Slow Cooker Carrot Soup is a smooth and comforting dish rich with the naturally sweet flavor of carrots. Simmered slowly with onions, garlic, and herbs, then blended until silky, it makes an easy, nourishing soup perfect for chilly days or cozy meals.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 2 pounds carrots, peeled and sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids & Broth
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- ½ cup heavy cream or coconut milk
Spices & Herbs
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Add Ingredients: Place the sliced carrots, chopped onion, minced garlic, vegetable broth, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper into the slow cooker.
- Cook Soup: Cover the slow cooker and cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours or on High for 3 to 4 hours until the carrots are very tender.
- Blend Soup: Use an immersion blender directly in the slow cooker to puree the soup until smooth, or carefully transfer the soup in batches to a blender and blend until silky.
- Add Cream: Stir in the heavy cream or coconut milk to add richness and creaminess to the soup.
- Season to Taste: Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning by adding more salt or pepper if desired.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Coconut milk offers a delicious dairy-free alternative to heavy cream.
- For extra warmth and flavor, add a pinch of fresh or ground ginger while cooking.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
