Dairy-Free Hearty Seafood Soup

Dive into a bowl of comfort with this Dairy-Free Hearty Seafood Soup, a flavor-packed dish that brings the ocean’s finest straight to your table without a drop of cream. Bursting with tender shrimp, flaky cod, and succulent mussels, this soup is simmered in a rich, aromatic broth made from tomatoes, vegetable stock, and a medley of fresh vegetables like celery, carrots, and red bell pepper. Enhanced with a fragrant blend of dried herbs and spices, each spoonful is a symphony of bold, warming flavors. Ready in under an hour, this dairy-free seafood soup is perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, and it’s beautifully finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon for a zesty kick. Healthy, hearty, and irresistibly satisfying, this recipe is a go-to for seafood lovers and those seeking a comforting, dairy-free meal option.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 large carrot, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 14 ounces diced tomatoes, canned with juice
• 5 cups vegetable broth
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon thyme, dried
• 1 teaspoon oregano, dried
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 ounces shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 8 ounces cod fillets, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 pound mussels, scrubbed and debearded
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
• 1 lemon wedges for serving

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, garlic, celery, carrot, and red bell pepper. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 7-8 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes until it darkens slightly and coats the vegetables.

Step 4

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes with their juice and the vegetable broth.

Step 5

Add bay leaves, thyme, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook uncovered for 15 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Step 7

Add the shrimp, cod, and mussels to the pot. Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the mussels open and the fish has cooked through.

Step 8

Discard any mussels that do not open.

Step 9

Stir in the chopped parsley and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side for added brightness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3109.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2235.2

Total Fat 69.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 821.8mg	0%
Sodium 8265.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 172.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.0g	0%
Total Sugars 52.8g
Protein 246.5g	0%

Vitamin D 816.5IU	0%
Calcium 976.4mg	0%
Iron 31.4mg	0%
Potassium 7702.7mg	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: 27.1%

Protein: 42.9%

Carbs: 30.0%