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Spiced Carrot-Apple Soup with Fresh Mint

This vibrant carrot and apple soup is a beautiful balance of naturally sweet and savoury flavours. By simmering fresh carrots and fuji apples with aromatic ginger, nutmeg and allspice, you create a complex base that feels deeply comforting yet surprisingly light. The addition of apple juice concentrate provides a bright acidity that lifts the earthiness of the vegetables, while the fresh mint garnish adds a cooling, fragrant finish to every spoonful.

As a dairy-free recipe, this soup is an excellent choice for those seeking a heart-healthy or allergen-friendly meal without sacrificing creaminess. The texture is achieved purely through blending the softened vegetables, making it a nutritious option for a weekday lunch or an elegant dinner party starter. Serve it alongside some crusty granary bread for a satisfying, wholesome meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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Ingredients for Spiced Carrot-Apple Soup with Fresh Mint

  • 2 tablespoons chicken fat or olive oil

  • 350ml chopped white onion

  • 575g carrots, peeled, diced, plus 1 carrot, peeled, halved lengthwise

  • 900ml low-salt chicken broth

  • 180ml diced peeled fuji apple plus 120ml finely diced (for garnish)

  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh ginger

  • 70ml frozen apple juice concentrate, thawed

  • 1/4 teaspoons freshly grated nutmeg

  • 1/4 teaspoons ground allspice

  • Coarse kosher salt

  • Chopped fresh mint

How to make Spiced Carrot-Apple Soup with Fresh Mint

Heat chicken fat in large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion; sauté 2 minutes. Add all carrots, broth, 180ml apple, and ginger; bring to boil. Cover. Reduce heat; simmer until carrots are tender, about 20 minutes. Remove carrot halves; dice finely. Puree soup in batches in blender; return to pan. Mix in apple juice and spices. Season with coarse salt and pepper.

Ladle soup into bowls. Top with finely diced carrot, finely diced apple, and mint.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

Article history

The information on this page is peer reviewed by qualified clinicians.

  • 16 Jan 2026 | Originally published

    Authored by:

    UK recipe editors

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    UK recipe editors
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