Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 pound carrots, peeled and coarsely chopped
  • 1 (14-ounce) can coconut milk
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, such as Colavita
  • Zest and juice of 1 lemon
  • 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled
  • 1 teaspoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon honey (agave for vegan)
  • ½ cup water
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly cracked black pepper
  • Toasted pumpkin seeds
  • Extra-virgin olive oil
  • Microgreens
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Instruction

  • 1. Using a high-speed blender, combine carrots, coconut milk, garlic, oil, lemon zest and juice, ginger, tomato paste, honey, water, and a few generous pinches of salt and pepper. Blend until completely smooth.  2. Taste and adjust seasoning. 3. Chill for at least 4 hours. If the soup thickens in the fridge, stir in a little more cold water. 4. To serve, ladle into bowls and top with garnishes as desired.     To toast pumpkin seeds: In a heavy, medium-sized skillet, heat 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil over medium-high heat. Add seeds and stir until toasted, about 2 minutes.     Recipe published in JOY of KOSHER with Jamie Geller magazine, Fall 2016. Subscribe Now.