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Healthy Creamy Vegetable Soup

A nourishing and flavorful creamy vegetable soup made without heavy cream, featuring coconut milk or cashew cream for a smooth texture.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 bowls 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (use avocado oil for a neutral alternative)
  • 1 onion, chopped (yellow or white onion)
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped (fennel can replace for a sweet flavor)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder)
  • 4 cups vegetable broth (use low-sodium if preferred)
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (such as zucchini, bell peppers, green beans, peas, broccoli, or cauliflower)
  • 1 potato, peeled and diced (Yukon Gold for creaminess, russet for thickness)
  • 1 cup coconut milk or cashew cream (full-fat coconut milk for richness)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh herbs for garnish (like thyme, parsley, chives, or basil)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery.
  3. Sauté for approximately 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Cook until the onion turns translucent and carrots begin to soften.
  5. Stir in the minced garlic.
  6. Cook for 1 additional minute until fragrant.
  7. Pour the vegetable broth into the pot.
  8. Add the mixed vegetables and diced potato.
  9. Stir to distribute ingredients evenly.
  10. Raise the heat and bring the broth to a gentle boil.
  11. Reduce the heat to low.
  12. Simmer for approximately 15 minutes.
  13. Test the vegetables with a fork before blending.
  14. Stir in the coconut milk or cashew cream.
  15. Remove from heat and blend until smooth using an immersion blender.
  16. Season with salt and pepper, adjusting the seasoning to taste.
  17. Ladle into warm bowls and garnish with fresh herbs.

Notes

Cut vegetables evenly for consistent cooking and avoid boiling aggressively.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: vegetable soup, creamy soup, healthy soup, vegan, easy recipe