Fennel and Carrot Soup

Warm up with a bowl of velvety fennel and carrot soup, a dish that blends earthy sweetness with aromatic spices for a comforting yet sophisticated meal. This vibrant soup highlights the natural flavors of tender carrots and subtly licorice-scented fennel, perfectly complemented by a hint of cumin for depth. Sautéed onion and garlic form a fragrant base, while creamy optional additions elevate the texture to a luxuriously smooth finish. Ready in just 45 minutes and packed with wholesome vegetables, this soup makes an ideal starter or light meal. Garnish with fresh parsley for a bright, herbal touch, and serve it alongside crusty bread for a complete, soul-warming experience. Perfect for cozy nights and healthy eating, this fennel and carrot soup is a must-try comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium fennel bulb
• 5 medium carrots
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 4 cups vegetable stock
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon cumin
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 0.25 cup heavy cream (optional)
• 1 cup water (optional, for consistency)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and prepare the vegetables. Chop the fennel bulb into thin slices, peel and dice the carrots, and finely chop the onion and garlic.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they become fragrant and translucent.

Step 3

Add the chopped fennel to the pot and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it starts to soften.

Step 4

Stir in the carrots, vegetable stock, salt, black pepper, and cumin. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the carrots are tender.

Step 5

Remove the pot from the heat and let the soup cool slightly. Use an immersion blender or transfer the soup in batches to a stand blender to puree until smooth.

Step 6

If the soup is too thick, add water gradually until the desired consistency is reached. If using, stir in the heavy cream for added richness.

Step 7

Return the soup to the pot and heat gently over low heat, tasting and adjusting seasoning as needed.

Step 8

Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1961.2 grams (1961.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1085

Total Fat 59.00g	76%
Saturated Fat 20.10g	101%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.30g
Cholesterol 67mg	22%
Sodium 4978mg	216%
Total Carbohydrate 122.50g	45%
Dietary Fiber 30.40g	109%
Total Sugars 45.20g
Protein 26.00g	52%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 454mg	35%
Iron 9mg	49%
Potassium 4014mg	85%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.2%

Protein: 9.2%

Carbs: 43.6%