Vegan Carrot Potato Soup
Vegan Carrot Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly nights. This creamy, vibrant dish features a blend of sweet carrots and hearty potatoes, creating a velvety texture that envelops you in warmth. Enhanced with aromatic spices and coconut milk, this easy-to-make recipe transforms simple ingredients into a delicious experience. Enjoy it as a nourishing starter or a satisfying main dish that will impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: About 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh carrots, chopped (about 4 medium carrots)
- 2 cups starchy potatoes, diced (about 2 medium potatoes)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onions and garlic until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in the chopped carrots and potatoes; cook for another 5 minutes.
- Pour in the vegetable broth to cover the veggies and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat; simmer until tender (approximately 15 minutes).
- Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or by transferring to a regular blender.
- Return to low heat and stir in coconut milk; season to taste.
- Serve hot with optional garnishes like fresh herbs or a drizzle of coconut milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating herbs like thyme or dill. Sweet potatoes can be used instead of regular potatoes for a different taste. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days or freeze for up to three months.