Coconut Milk Bean Soup

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Coconut Milk Bean Soup, a creamy and nourishing dish that's bursting with flavor and wholesome ingredients. This easy-to-make vegan soup combines the richness of coconut milk with protein-packed beans, vibrant carrots, and tender baby spinach, all simmered in a fragrant blend of cumin, coriander, and paprika. Enhanced with a zesty twist of fresh lime juice and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro, this hearty recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Ready in just 45 minutes, Coconut Milk Bean Soup is a versatile one-pot meal that’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and utterly satisfying. Serve it with crusty bread or enjoy it as is for a deliciously warm hug in a bowl!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 14 ounces canned coconut milk
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 3 cups cooked or canned beans (e.g., black beans, chickpeas, or kidney beans), drained and rinsed
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 medium lime, juiced

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook, stirring frequently, for about 4-5 minutes, or until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, and paprika, and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth, stirring to combine.

Step 5

Add the cooked or canned beans, diced carrot, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the carrot has softened.

Step 6

Stir in the baby spinach and let it wilt for 2-3 minutes.

Step 7

Turn off the heat and stir in the lime juice and chopped cilantro.

Step 8

Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning, if needed.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and serve warm. Optionally, garnish with additional cilantro, a wedge of lime, or crusty bread on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2374.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2285.3

Total Fat 135.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 90.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6078.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 224.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 55.2g	0%
Total Sugars 37.1g
Protein 72.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 620.1mg	0%
Iron 35.0mg	0%
Potassium 4978.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.7%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 37.3%