Lemongrass Soup Vegetarian Tom Yum

Experience the vibrant harmony of flavors with this Lemongrass Soup Vegetarian Tom Yum recipe, a plant-based twist on the classic Thai favorite. Bursting with fragrant aromatics like lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves, this soup delivers a bold combination of spicy, sour, and savory notes. Fresh vegetables like tomatoes, mushrooms, and baby corn pair perfectly with tender cubes of tofu, creating a hearty yet healthy dish. A zesty seasoning blend of lime juice, soy sauce, and vegetarian chili paste elevates the broth, making every spoonful irresistibly flavorful. Ready in just 40 minutes, this quick and easy vegan Tom Yum is perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy lunches. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a final touch of freshness and serve it piping hot to enjoy its full complexity of flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Vegetable broth
• 2 Lemongrass stalks
• 1 inch piece Galangal (or ginger)
• 5 Kaffir lime leaves
• 2 Thai chilies
• 2 Tomatoes
• 6 White mushrooms
• 8 ounces Firm tofu
• 1 cup Baby corn
• 3 tablespoons Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Vegetarian chili paste
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the aromatics: lightly crush the lemongrass stalks using the back of a knife and slice into 2-inch pieces. Peel and thinly slice the galangal.

Step 2

In a large pot, bring the vegetable broth to a gentle boil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the prepared lemongrass, sliced galangal, and kaffir lime leaves to the broth. Simmer for 5 minutes to infuse the flavors.

Step 4

While the broth is simmering, slice the tomatoes into wedges, quarter the mushrooms, and cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes.

Step 5

Add the Thai chilies (lightly crushed for more spice), tomatoes, mushrooms, tofu, and baby corn to the pot. Simmer for another 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix together the lime juice, soy sauce, vegetarian chili paste, and sugar. Adjust the balance of sour, salty, spicy, and sweet to your liking.

Step 7

Stir the seasoning mixture into the soup and simmer for another 5 minutes, ensuring the flavors are well combined.

Step 8

Remove from heat and ladle the soup into serving bowls.

Step 9

Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2719.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1126.9

Total Fat 26.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4817.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 178.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.7g	0%
Total Sugars 51.5g
Protein 73.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 740.6mg	0%
Iron 25.5mg	0%
Potassium 6784.0mg	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: 19.4%

Protein: 23.5%

Carbs: 57.1%