Dairy-Free Creamy Potato Soup

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Dairy-Free Creamy Potato Soup—a rich and velvety twist on the classic recipe, made entirely without dairy! This wholesome soup combines golden russet potatoes, sautéed aromatic vegetables, and a touch of earthy thyme, all simmered to perfection in a flavorful vegetable broth. The secret to its luscious creaminess? Coconut milk, which adds a subtle, nutty undertone that’s perfectly balanced and completely plant-based. Blended until silky smooth, this soup is both hearty and nourishing. Ready in under an hour and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, it’s the ultimate cozy meal for weeknights or entertaining. This vegan, gluten-free powerhouse is sure to win over every palate—whether you’re serving it as a starter or a satisfying main course. Perfect for lovers of creamy soups who crave a dairy-free option!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large pot.

Step 2

Add chopped onion, minced garlic, diced celery, and diced carrots to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are soft.

Step 3

Add the peeled and cubed potatoes to the pot, and stir to combine with the other vegetables.

Step 4

Pour in the vegetable broth and add the bay leaf, thyme, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 6

Remove the bay leaf from the pot.

Step 7

Using an immersion blender, purée the soup until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, you can let the soup cool slightly and blend it in batches in a regular blender.

Step 8

Stir in the coconut milk and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 9

Simmer the soup for another 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 10

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3198.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2343.4

Total Fat 98.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5951.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 336.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.9g	0%
Total Sugars 48.4g
Protein 58.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 547.1mg	0%
Iron 25.6mg	0%
Potassium 8951.9mg	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: 36.0%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 54.5%