1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
3 garlic cloves, smashed
2 cups chopped carrots
1 1/2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
3-4 cups vegetable broth
Sea salt and fresh black pepper
1 teaspoon maple syrup, optional
Coconut milk or pesto for garnish, optional
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions and a generous pinch of salt and pepper and cook until softened, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes. Add the smashed garlic cloves and chopped carrots to the pot and cook about 8 minutes more, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the ginger, then add the apple cider vinegar, and then add 3 to 4 cups of broth, depending on your desired consistency. Reduce to a simmer and cook until the carrots are soft, about 30 minutes.
Let cool slightly and transfer to a blender. Blend until smooth. Taste and adjust seasonings. Add maple syrup, if desired. Serve with a drizzle of coconut milk or a dollop of pesto, if desired.
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