Carrot, Orange and Ginger Soup - Delicious Living

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pinch dried red pepper flakes
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
• 4 carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 russet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 3 cups water
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1 orange (juice and zest)
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Crystallized ginger (for garnish)