Heavenly Creamy Israeli Orange Soup

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Coconut milk provides creaminess with fewer calories.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water + seasoning

Homemade broth is lower in sodium and more flavorful.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt adds protein with fewer calories.

chili flakes

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: black pepper

Paprika offers flavor without the heat.

Peel and segment the oranges, reserving juice.

Chop the carrots, onions, and garlic.

Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add onions and garlic, sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in chopped carrots, cumin, and coriander; cook for 3-4 minutes.

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.

Add orange segments and juice; cook for 10 minutes until carrots are tender.

Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender.

Stir in heavy cream and heat gently without boiling.

Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste.

Serve garnished with fresh herbs and a dollop of sour cream.

Enjoy warm, optionally with crusty bread.

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