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Creamy Carrot Soup with Apple Walnut Salad Recipe

Creamy Carrot Soup with Apple Walnut Salad recipe

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This is a warm, creamy soup made with carrots and a hint of ginger. It's paired with a crunchy apple walnut salad. The soup is smooth and the salad is sweet and tangy. It's a yummy meal for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

4 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
1 large apple, cored and diced
1/3 cup walnuts, chopped
32 fl oz vegetable broth
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp unsalted butter
1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
2 cups mixed greens
1/4 cup dried cranberries

Method

1
In a large pot, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat until butter is melted.
2
Add onions and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
3
Stir in chopped carrots, grated ginger, salt, and pepper, and cook for 5 minutes.
4
Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until carrots are tender.
5
While the soup is cooking, prepare the salad by combining mixed greens, diced apple, dried cranberries, and chopped walnuts in a large bowl.
6
In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, and a pinch of cinnamon to create the dressing.
7
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
8
Once the soup is done, use an immersion blender to purée the soup until smooth.
9
Serve the creamy carrot soup hot, with a side of the apple walnut salad.