Heart-Healthy Creamy Coconut Curry Soup

Embrace nourishing comfort with this Heart-Healthy Creamy Coconut Curry Soup, a vibrant blend of wholesome veggies, warming spices, and creamy coconut milk. Packed with bold flavors from Thai red curry paste, fresh ginger, and zesty lime, this soup delivers the perfect balance of heat and zest. Loaded with nutrient-rich ingredients like zucchini, carrots, bell peppers, chickpeas, and spinach, it offers a guilt-free indulgence that's both satisfying and good for you. Ready in just 40 minutes, this dish is a breeze to prepare, making it an ideal weeknight meal for the health-conscious. Garnished with fresh cilantro for a burst of freshness, this soup is as delightful to serve as it is to savor. Whether you're meal prepping or seeking a cozy dinner, this one-pot vegan and gluten-free recipe is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• 1 medium (chopped) yellow onion
• 3 cloves (minced) garlic
• 1 tablespoon (grated) fresh ginger
• 2 medium (sliced) carrots
• 1 medium (chopped) red bell pepper
• 1 medium (sliced) zucchini
• 2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
• 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 13.5-ounce can (light) coconut milk
• 1 cup cooked chickpeas
• 2 cups baby spinach leaves
• 1 medium (juice and zest) lime
• 0.5 cup (chopped) fresh cilantro
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, heat the coconut oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the sliced carrots, chopped red bell pepper, and sliced zucchini to the pot. Cook while stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 5

Mix in the Thai red curry paste, ensuring it coats the vegetables evenly.

Step 6

Pour the vegetable broth into the pot and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 7

Once simmering, add the light coconut milk and chickpeas. Stir well to combine.

Step 8

Allow the soup to continue simmering for 10 minutes for the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Stir in the baby spinach, allowing it to wilt into the soup.

Step 10

Season with lime juice, lime zest, sea salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste if necessary.

Step 11

Garnish the soup with fresh cilantro before serving.

Step 12

Serve hot and enjoy the heart-healthy goodness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2254.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	943.6

Total Fat 23.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4550.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 163.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.2g	0%
Total Sugars 71.7g
Protein 27.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 359.4mg	0%
Iron 10.6mg	0%
Potassium 3437.8mg	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: 21.4%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 67.4%