Carrot And Courgette Soup Jamie Oliver

Ingredients

This delicious Carrot and Courgette Soup by Jamie Oliver is a great way to enjoy an easy, nutritious meal. To make this soup you will need 2 cloves of garlic, 1 large onion, 2 large carrots, 2 courgettes, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of tomato puree, 1 litre of vegetable stock, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, and salt and pepper for seasoning. To make this soup vegan friendly, use vegan vegetable stock instead of the regular one.

Instructions

The first step is to prepare the vegetables. Peel and finely chop the garlic and onion and set aside. Peel and chop the carrots and courgettes into 1 inch cubes. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat and add the garlic and onion. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the onion is softened. Then add the carrots and courgettes and cook for a further 5 minutes until they are lightly browned. Add the tomato puree, oregano, vegetable stock, salt and pepper and bring the mixture to the boil.

Once the soup has reached boiling point, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes until the carrots and courgette are softened. Then remove the soup from the heat and allow to cool slightly before blending with a hand blender or food processor. Once the soup is smooth, return to the heat and cook for a further 5 minutes until heated through. Serve with crusty bread or a green salad.

Nutrition

This Carrot and Courgette soup is a nutritious and delicious meal and is packed with vitamins and minerals. The carrots are a great source of vitamin A and the courgettes provide a good source of vitamin C. The olive oil provides healthy fats and the vegetable stock is a good source of fibre. This soup is low in calories and is a great option for those looking to lose weight or just wanting to eat a healthy meal.

Conclusion

This Carrot and Courgette Soup by Jamie Oliver is an easy and delicious meal that can be enjoyed by the whole family. The ingredients are simple and the preparation time is minimal. It is packed with vitamins and minerals and is a great option for those looking to lose weight or just wanting to eat a healthy meal. This soup can be enjoyed on its own, with crusty bread, or a green salad for a more substantial meal.