Dairy-Free Lemon Rice Soup
Transform your comfort food game with this vibrant and creamy Dairy-Free Lemon Rice Soup! Bursting with the zesty brightness of freshly squeezed lemons and balanced by the velvety richness of full-fat coconut milk, this soup is a refreshing twist on a classic favorite—all while being completely dairy-free. Long-grain rice is simmered to tender perfection in aromatic vegetable broth infused with garlic, onions, thyme, and a hint of bay leaf, creating a dish that's as soothing as it is flavorful. Finished with a pop of fresh dill, this one-pot wonder requires just 10 minutes of prep and is ready to savor in 30 minutes. Perfect as a cozy weeknight dinner or a nourishing lunch, this vegan lemon rice soup is a crowd-pleaser that’s both hearty and light. Enjoy it piping hot with a side of crusty bread for dipping, and let the irresistible tang and creaminess warm your soul.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 2 lemons, juiced
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Step 2
Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.
Step 4
Add the rice to the pot and stir to coat with the oil and onion mixture.
Step 5
Pour in the vegetable broth, followed by the juice of two lemons.
Step 6
Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Step 7
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
Step 8
Once the rice is cooked, remove the bay leaf and stir in the coconut milk.
Step 9
Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed, then continue to simmer for another 5 minutes until the soup is creamy and heated through.
Step 10
Stir in freshly chopped dill just before serving.
Step 11
Serve hot, garnished with additional dill if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2204.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1708.2 |
| Total Fat 98.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 57.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.9g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5766.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 185.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 26.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 38.7g | |
| Protein 38.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 326.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3697.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories