VEGAN CARROT SOUP

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Yukon Gold potatoes-instead of cream-make a smooth carrot soup vegan and add a mild sweetness. If you don't have Yukon Golds on hand, russet potatoes will work, too. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 medium onion, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil
4 cups vegetable broth
1 pound carrots, sliced
2 large Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Fresh cilantro leaves, optional

Steps:

In a large saucepan, saute onion and celery in oil until tender. Add the broth, carrots and potatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Remove from the heat; cool slightly., Transfer to a blender; cover and process until blended. Return to pan; stir in salt and pepper. Heat through. If desired, sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 710mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges