Carrot Coconut Curry Soup

Brown the Chicken (Optional | 5 minutes):

1.    If using ground chicken, heat a small drizzle of olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the ground chicken and cook until just cooked through, breaking it up as it browns. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.

Sauté the Aromatics (5 minutes):

2.    In the same pot, add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Stir in the shallot and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened. Add garlic, ginger, and red curry paste. Sauté for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Simmer the Soup (15–20 minutes):

3.    Add the carrots, turmeric, curry powder, salt, black pepper, coconut milk, and broth. Stir well and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes, uncovered, until the carrots are very tender.

Blend the Soup (2 minutes):

4.    Using an immersion blender, purée the soup until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, carefully transfer to a high-speed blender and purée in batches. Return soup to the pot.

Finish the Flavor (1 minute):

5.    Stir in the lime juice and fish sauce. If using ground chicken, return it to the pot now to warm through. Taste and adjust salt or acidity if needed.

Make the Herby Carrot Salad (5 minutes):

6.    In a small bowl, toss the shaved carrot with lemon juice, scallions, cilantro, basil, red pepper flakes, sesame seeds, and sea salt. Let it sit for a few minutes to soften slightly and absorb flavor.

To Serve:

7.    Ladle hot soup into bowls. Top each with a small handful of the herby carrot salad.

Total Macros:

Calories: 356

Protein: 21g

Carbs: 16g

Fat: 24g

Nutrition Facts:

🥕 Carrots

Rich in beta-carotene, which your body converts to vitamin A— great for eye health, glowing skin, and a stronger immune system.

Fun fact: Chewing raw carrots helps clean your teeth naturally by scraping plaque and stimulating saliva!

🥥 Coconut Milk

Packed with healthy fats (especially lauric acid) that can boost brain function and energy.

Despite its creamy richness, coconut milk is dairy-free and anti-inflammatory, making it perfect for gut-loving recipes.

🦴 Bone Broth (or filtered water)If you use bone broth, you're adding natural collagen, gelatin, and amino acids — known to support joint health, digestion, and skin elasticity.

🧄 Garlic & Ginger

A power duo for your immune system: garlic is a natural antimicrobial, and ginger can aid digestion and reduce inflammation.

Ginger also adds a touch of zesty warmth that’s great for circulation and fighting nausea.

🐓 Ground Chicken (Optional)

If added, this lean protein brings each bowl closer to a complete meal — with essential amino acids for muscle repair and staying full longer.

🌿 Herbs (Cilantro, Basil, Scallions)

Fresh herbs are more than garnish — cilantro helps detox heavy metals, basil has anti-inflammatory oils, and scallions are rich in vitamin K and fiber.

🍋 Citrus (Lime & Lemon Juice)

High in vitamin C, citrus juice brightens both flavor and nutrition — and helps enhance iron absorption from the carrots!

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