Beetroot, Carrot, and Tomato Soup: A Nutritious Winter Delight
As the winter chill begins to envelop us, soups become the most comforting embrace, like a hug in a bowl offering nourishment and warmth to the soul and body. A bowl of warm soup consisting of nutritious seasonal vegetables, and rich flavors from all the spices is an elixir for a frosty evening.
Beetroot Tomato Carrot Soup
Beetroot: A good source of dietary fiber, beetroot supports digestion, and the presence of natural nitrates promotes cardiovascular health. Other nutrients like manganese and folate promote overall health and wellness.
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Carrot: A remarkable source of vitamin A and rich in beta-carotene offering great benefits for immunity and eye health.
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Tomatoes: Source of vitamin C with lycopene a powerful antioxidant that helps support heart health; Vitamin C helps iron absorption.
- For making Carrot, Tomato, and beetroot soup wash, peel, and chop carrots and beetroots and pressure cook along with some green chilies, and tomatoes for about 10 minutes. Alternatively, the vegetables can also be roasted or baked in the oven till they turn soft and mushy
- Heat any preferred oil or butter and add cumin seeds allowing them to splutter. Next, add chopped cloves of garlic, and once they turn golden add bay leaf and crushed black pepper
- Add the cooked vegetables, season with salt, and blend the mixture with the help of an immersion blender. Adjust the consistency by adding water if required and simmer for a few minutes
- Serve warm garnished with croutons or with grilled cheese.
