Creamy Hearty Root Vegetable Soup

 A Creamy Hearty Root Vegetable Soup  

(Vegan, Coconut-Creamy, High-Protein, Loaded with Root Veggies)

This warming, nourishing soup blends root vegetables, plant-based protein, creamy coconut, and just the right amount of spice. Perfect for a cozy dinner or weekly meal prep.  

Ingredients (Serves 6–8)

Veggies & Carbs  

• 2 tbsp olive oil  

• 1 large onion, diced  

• 4 cloves garlic, minced  

• 3 large carrots, sliced  

• 2 medium turnips, peeled & diced  

• 2–3 potatoes (gold or sweet), diced  

• 1 bell pepper, diced  

• 1 zucchini, diced  

• 1 cup green beans, chopped  

• 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes  

Protein  

• 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained & rinsed  

• 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained & rinsed  

Liquids & Creaminess  

• 4–6 cups vegetable broth (start with 4, add more for desired thickness)  • 1 (14 oz) can coconut cream or full-fat coconut milk  

Seasonings  

• 1–1 ½ tsp sea salt  

• ½ tsp black pepper  

• 1–2 tsp cumin  

• 1 tsp smoked paprika  

• 1 tsp turmeric  

• 1 tsp dried basil flakes  

• Optional: ½ tsp red pepper flakes  

Heat + Brightness  

• 1–2 tsp sriracha (adjust to taste)  

• Juice of ½ lemon  

• Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped  

Instructions  

1. Sauté the aromatics  

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.  

Add onion, garlic, and carrots. Sauté5–7 minutes until softened.

2. Add the root vegetables  

Stir in turnips and potatoes. Cook 3–4 minutes to lightly caramelize.  

3. Add remaining veggies  

Add bell pepper, zucchini, and green beans. Stir well.  

4. Add seasoning + liquids  

Add cumin, basil, smoked paprika, turmeric, salt, and pepper.  

Stir to coat the vegetables.  

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and 4 cups vegetable broth.  

Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 20–25 minutes, until root veggies are tender.  

5. Add beans & coconut cream  

Stir in black beans, chickpeas, and coconut cream.  

Let simmer another 5 minutes.  

6. Add heat + greens  

Add 1–2 tsp sriracha (more if you prefer spicy).  

Stir in spinach or kale until wilted.  

7. Brighten & serve  

Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice and fresh parsley or cilantro.  

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.  

Optional Enhancements  

• Add more vegetable broth for a thinner soup  

• Blend 1–2 cups of the finished soup for a thicker, creamier texture

• Add nutritional yeast for a savory, cheesy depth

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