Instant Pot Spicy Vegan Carrot Soup

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 pound carrots, peeled and diced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup coconut milk
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Set your Instant Pot to the sauté setting. Once the pot is hot, add the olive oil, onion, and garlic.
2. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and fragrant.
3. Add the cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper and cook for 1 minute.
4. Add the carrots, vegetable broth, and coconut milk to the pot and stir to combine.
5. Secure the lid and set the Instant Pot on high pressure for 5 minutes.
6. Once the cooking time is complete, quick release the pressure and open the lid.
7. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until it reaches your desired consistency.
8. Taste and add salt and pepper as desired.
9. Serve the soup hot with your favorite toppings.

Interesting Facts

• Carrots are a good source of beta-carotene which is a powerful antioxidant.
• Carrots are a great source of dietary fiber which can help keep you regular and promote a healthy digestive system.
• Carrots are a great source of Vitamin A which helps maintain healthy eyesight.