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Carrot, Orange and Ginger Soup

1 1/2 teaspoon avocado or coconut oil
1/3 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon minced ginger (you can substitute minced ginger in a jar for fresh ginger)
1 pound carrots peeled and sliced (about 3 1/2 to 4 cups)
2 teaspoons grated orange zest (or zest from 2 oranges)
Juice from 2 oranges (about 1 1/4 - 1 1/2 cups)
3 cups low sodium chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Heat avocado oil in a saute pan over medium heat

Saute onion, ginger, carrots and orange zest until onion is translucent

Add chicken or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil

Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 20 to 30 minutes (or until carrots are tender)

Puree soup in a blender or use an immersion blender in the pan

Allow soup to cool and add orange juice and cinnamon

Season with salt and pepper

Serve slightly warm or chilled. Garnish with mint (optional)