Winter Carrot and Sweet Potato Soup

With carrots, sweet potato, and apples, this quick winter soup makes for a delicious healthy dinner worthy of any night.

In TCM (traditional Chinese medicine), both carrots and sweet potato work to support healthy digestion, boost energy, and eliminate toxins by supporting the Qi of our spleen and stomach.The apple works harmoniously with the two root vegetables to add a sweet and slightly sour flavor that moves further Qi and promotes better fluid metabolism. This easy-t0-make soup is not only comforting on a chilly night but nourishing to your body. Enjoy!

SERVINGS: 4

TOTAL TIME: 45 min

INGREDIENTS:

1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

2 large carrots, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces

1 large sweet potato, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces

1 honey crisp apple, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces

1 yellow onion, chopped

4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth if vegetarian)

1/4 tsp turmeric

1/2 tsp cinnamon

1/4 tsp ground ginger

Salt and pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS:

In a large pot, add the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring often until soft and translucent, about 8 min. Add the turmeric, cinnamon, and ground ginger and stir for about 1 min.

Add the carrots, sweet potato, and chicken broth to the pot and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat, allowing the soup to simmer until the carrots and sweet potato become soft, approximately 25 min. Stir in the apples and allow them to soften for a few minutes. Transfer all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve soup with freshly chopped parsley and crusty sourdough!