Vegan Golden Mushroom Potato Soup
Enjoy the creamy comfort of this Vegan Golden Mushroom Potato Soup. It's a healthy, plant-based dish that is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or lazy weekend lunches. This dairy-free soup boasts the earthy richness of mushrooms, the comforting warmth of potatoes and carrots, and a vibrant golden hue from turmeric. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, this homemade soup is both nutritious and delicious, making it a wholesome addition to any meal.
Ingredients
- 5 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 lb mushrooms, sliced or chopped (cremini or portobello)
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 1/2 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup unsweetened plant based milk (coconut, soy, almond, or your choice)
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (for smoky flavor)
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos (or tamari - gluten-free)
- pinch of cayenne (optional)
- salt and pepper to taste
- fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Add the chopped mushrooms, minced garlic, and sliced carrots to the pot, and cook until they release their moisture and start to brown, about 5 - 7 minutes.
- Stir in the diced potatoes and cook for another minute.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and plant-based milk. Stir in the turmeric powder and smoked paprika, thyme, nutritional yeast, coconut aminos, pinch of cayenne, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Bring the soup to a boil. Then turn to low heat, cover and simmer. Cook until the potatoes and carrots are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- (Optional Step) If you want a a creamier soup, use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup, leaving some chunks for texture.
- Serve the Vegan Golden Mushroom Potato Soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy!