Description
Jamie Oliver’s carrot and orange soup combines zesty citrus with sweet root vegetables for a velvety Mediterranean-inspired comfort. Silky smooth and packed with nutrients, this simple soup delivers bold flavors that invite warmth and satisfaction with each spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 Medium / Large Carrots, chopped (900 grams / 2 pounds)
- 1 litre (4 cups) Vegetable or Chicken Stock
Aromatics and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 orange, zest and juice
Herbs and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions
- Warm extra virgin olive oil in a spacious soup pot or Dutch oven over medium-low temperature, creating a gentle cooking environment.
- Introduce finely chopped onions and minced garlic, sautéing for approximately 10 minutes while occasionally stirring, ensuring the onions become translucent and softened without browning.
- Incorporate freshly grated orange zest and diced carrots into the aromatic mixture, gently stirring for an additional 2-3 minutes to release their essential flavors and oils.
- Add a single whole bay leaf and pour in the prepared vegetable or chicken stock, allowing the liquid to reach a gentle boiling point.
- Reduce heat, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer the mixture for roughly 30 minutes, enabling the ingredients to meld and develop a rich, complex taste profile.
- Remove the bay leaf and transfer the hot mixture to a blender, processing until a smooth, consistent texture is achieved.
- Finish the preparation by stirring in freshly squeezed orange juice, which will brighten the soup’s flavor and add a subtle citrusy brightness.
Notes
- Peel carrots gently to preserve maximum nutrients and vibrant color.
- Chop uniformly for even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Select organic oranges when possible for brighter, more intense citrus notes.
- Zest oranges before juicing to capture maximum aromatic essence.
- Warm stock slightly before adding to enhance ingredient integration.
- Use low-sodium broth to control overall saltiness of the recipe.
- Check seasoning midway through cooking for balanced flavor profile.
- Store leftover soup in airtight container for up to three days.
- Reheat gently to maintain original creamy consistency and prevent separation.
- Garnish just before serving to preserve fresh herb brightness and crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 93 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg