Carrot soup is such a great option for when you want something creamy and comforting, but not super heavy. This version adds garlic and ginger for some immune boosting benefits and Vitality Extra-Virgin Olive Oil for nourishing flavor!

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp Vitality Extra-Virgin Olive Oil; plus additional for drizzle
• 1 shallot 
• ½ tbsp minced garlic
• 1 tbsp fresh minced ginger
• 2 lbs carrots; washed, peeled, and chopped
• 3 cups bone broth of choice
• Sea salt & fresh cracked black pepper; to taste
• Optional toppings: date syrup and pistachios 

Instructions:

1. Over medium heat, warm 2 tbsp Vitality olive oil in a stock pot. Add chopped carrots, minced ginger, minced garlic, & chopped shallot. Sauté for about 3-5 minutes.
2. Add bone broth and bring to a boil. Once boiling, cover and reduce heat to low-medium. Allow to simmer covered until carrots are tender; approximately 30 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. Blend smooth using an immersion blender.
4. Add a generous pinch of sea salt and fresh cracked black pepper to taste
5. Serve with toppings of choice. We added a drizzle of Vitality, date syrup, and a few pistachios for some crunch!

This soup would be the perfect side to any sandwich or even as an appetizer before a meal! It stores great in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Just give it a stir before reheating, and you have a yummy pre-prepped veggie soup for the week!