Dairy-Free Cream of Spinach Soup

Indulge in the velvety richness of this Dairy-Free Cream of Spinach Soup, a healthy and flavorful twist on a comfort food classic. Perfectly creamy without using dairy, this soup combines fresh spinach, fragrant garlic, and aromatic onions with the luscious creaminess of coconut milk and a touch of nutritional yeast for added depth. Its wholesome, plant-based ingredients make it an ideal choice for vegan and dairy-free diets, while the vibrant flavor profile is sure to satisfy everyone at the table. Quick and easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, this soup is perfect for busy weeknights or as a cozy starter for any meal. Serve it hot and garnish with a dash of black pepper for the ultimate nourishing bowl of goodness.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, chopped
• 10 cups fresh spinach leaves
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and chopped celery, and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the fresh spinach leaves and stir continuously until they are wilted, about 3 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and let the mixture come to a simmer.

Step 6

Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes to blend the flavors.

Step 7

Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer to a blender, in batches if necessary, and blend until smooth.

Step 8

Return the pureed soup to the pot over low heat.

Step 9

Stir in the coconut milk, nutritional yeast, black pepper, and salt, and cook for another 5 minutes.

Step 10

Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice.

Step 11

Serve hot, with a sprinkle of additional black pepper if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1635.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	857.2

Total Fat 37.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4876.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 107.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.7g	0%
Total Sugars 37.9g
Protein 31.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 423.9mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 3648.9mg	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: 37.9%

Protein: 14.0%

Carbs: 48.2%