Heat dutch oven over medium high and add olive oil.
Once warmed, add onions, carrots and a pinch of salt. Cook until onions are transclucent.
Add ginger, tumeric and cook for a minute to wake up spices, stirring constantly.
Add the broth and water and bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat and maintain a gentle simmer for 25 min, or until the carrots are soft.
Remove pot from heat and carefully transfer mixture to a blender with lemon, pepper and the vegan butter, if using. Blend until smooth. Adjust seasonings as needed.
Divide into 2 bowls and garnish with parsley and fresh pepper, if desired.