This keto carrot soup is simply the best. Why do I say this? Because this recipe is easy, healthy, and flat-out delicious!
If you’re wondering if carrot soup is keto-friendly,? The answer is yes, with a few things to keep in mind.
Look, I know that carrots are root vegetables and, therefore, higher in carbs than, say, leafy greens. But do you know that a medium carrot has just four net grams of carbs?
Keep the serving of this soup to one cup and serve with a keto salad as a main meal or as an appetizer before a meal that is low in carbs, and you will be good to go.
Carrots can be eaten on keto, but not in large quantities or too frequently. As long as you understand this, a recipe like this creamy roasted carrot soup can be part of your diet.
In my opinion, most people on a keto diet can enjoy a serving of carrots every once in a while. In fact, I have an entire collection of keto carrot recipes because I feel carrots on keto are a viable option.
Plus, they are loaded with flavor and nutrition. So, with a little proper macro-planning, you can have the flexibility to enjoy delicious dishes like this soup if you so desire.
Keto-Friendly Carrot Soup
This recipe for keto roasted carrot soup has 6.1 net carbs for one cup of soup. You can plan the rest of your meal around this or reduce the serving to further shave off some carbs.
I’ll admit that cream of carrot soup will have a little more carbs than some of my other low-carb carrot recipes, but it’s worth planning for as an occasional treat.
My philosophy when it comes to creating keto recipes is that the recipes I share will make the diet more sustainable.
After all, the key to seeing the many benefits of the ketogenic diet is to be able to stay committed.
Unfortunately, if the diet feels too constraining, most will give up on it before seeing the results they are hoping for. That kind of defeats the purpose, no?
Do you know what else is great about this healthy carrot soup? It’s a tasty recipe that the entire family will enjoy.
That’s right, I’m pretty convinced that this is one that even the kids will enjoy. It’s perfect for sneaking more veggies into their diet.
This soup is not limited to individuals on a keto diet. So whether you are trying to limit your carbs, reduce your sugar intake, or just want a healthier alternative, this is the soup you’ll want to make.
Creamy Carrot Soup, With Ginger
This carrot soup was inspired by our keto pumpkin soup, which is part of our keto soups collection
By using a little ginger powder, I quickly elevated the soup and gave it a boost of antioxidants. Winning!
How To Make Keto Carrot Soup
Note that the full printable recipe card is at the bottom of the post. The following are some tips and suggestions to ensure the best results.
Making this soup is a delicious breeze and starts by first roasting the carrots. Although many recipes call for boiling or sautéing the carrots, I found that it’s best to roast the carrots for maximum flavor.
Not only does roasting make for a more flavorful soup, but you also get fork-tender carrots consistently. And it adds a depth of flavor that you would otherwise miss if you just boiled the carrots.
Yes, roasting carrots takes a little time, but unlike sautéing, you don’t need to watch over them constantly.
You can even roast the carrots ahead of time and store them in the fridge until you’re ready to make the soup.
How To Roast Carrots For Soup
To roast the carrots, simply season your whole carrots with a little salt and pepper and toss them in enough olive oil to coat them evenly.
Place them on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated 425-degree oven for about 45 minutes, or until they are fork-tender and browned on some parts.
You’ll want a little charring, as this is what makes a roasted carrot soup extra flavorful. After the carrots have cooled, cut them into pieces that can comfortably accommodate your blender.
Place the carrots along with one and a half cups of the chicken broth, and puree until well combined. Then, transfer the puree to a pot and add the rest of the chicken stock, spices, and butter.
Cook over medium heat for about 15 minutes until the soup begins to simmer, being sure to stir occasionally so that the soup does not scorch.
Then turn the heat down to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream.
Cook until the soup returns to a low simmer. Serve the soup hot and garnish with fresh parsley and
a dollop of sour cream for an even richer tasting soup.
How Many Carbs In Carrot Soup
If you are wondering how many carbs are in a cup of carrot soup, this keto carrot soup recipe has 6.1 net carbs.
Although a little on the higher side, it’s totally possible to enjoy while doing keto with a little keto meal planning, your macros.
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Keto Roasted Carrot Soup
This keto carrot soup is not only delicious, it's easy and healthy. Made with roasted carrots, some heavy cream, and the use of warm spices like ginger, makes this an over the top keto-friendly soup.
Ingredients
- 1 pound of carrots
- 1/2 cup of heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter
- 2 1/2 cups of chicken broth
- 1 1/2 teaspoons of onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Carrot Soup Garnish, Optional
- 1/4 cup of sour cream, divided between 6 servings
- Sprig of parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425-degrees, to roast the carrots.
- In a large bowl, toss the whole carrots with enough olive oil to
coat the carrots evenly, about 2 tablespoons, and then season with the salt and pepper. - Place the carrots in a roasting pan or sheet and bake
at 425-degrees for about 45 minutes or until they are fork-tender and lightly browned on some parts. Allow for some slight charring as this gives the soup a depth of flavor. - After the carrots have fully cooked and cooled cut them into
small enough pieces so that they can fit your blender. - Puree the carrots at the puree setting of your
blender along with 1 ½ cups of the chicken broth, and blend until well
combined. Alternatively, you can use an emersion blender. - Next, transfer the carrot puree to a 6-quart pot
and add the remainder of the chicken stock, spices, and butter. - Cook the soup over medium heat for about 15 minutes until it begins to simmer, being sure to stir occasionally so that the soup does not scorch.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream and cook until the soup returns to a low simmer.
- Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve the soup hot and garnish with fresh parsley
and with a dollop of sour cream. - Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Refer to the notes section for freezing instructions.
Notes
Dairy-free Option
If you are wanting a dairy-free option, simply swap the heavy cream for some coconut or almond milk and reduce the total amount of broth to only 2 cups since it's not as thick as heavy cream.
Note that you may have to cook the soup longer in order to allow it to reduce and thicken if using dairy-free milk.
Vegetarian/ Vegan Option
For a vegetarian version swap the chicken broth for vegetable broth.
For a vegan option, swap the chicken broth for vegetable broth use almond or coconut milk in place of the heavy cream, and leave out the butter.
Double Recipe
This soup doubles easily making it possible to serve 12 one-cup servings
Reheating Your Carrot Soup
To reheat your soup just do so over low heat to ensure that the heavy cream in the soup does not cause it to curdle.
Freezing Carrot Soup
As far as freezing your soup, I would recommend that if that's your plan to leave out the heavy cream and add after you have defrosted and heated the soup.
This is because cream-based soups tend to separate when defrosted and reheated.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 109Total Fat: 7.9gSaturated Fat: 4.8gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 274mgCarbohydrates: 8gNet Carbohydrates: 6.1gFiber: 1.9gSugar: 5gProtein: 5.1g